This Iowa summer has been a scorcher! From high temps and humidity and dry conditions, some of us, including our pups, are ready for a major cool down. In the meantime, it’s important for us pet parents to recognize and prevent the signs of heatstroke in our pups. Did you know heatstroke can happen in as little as 30 minutes…
What we’ve all been waiting for is officially here – summer! Just like us, our pups are itching to make the most out of sunshiny days and summer activities. This is why we’ve brainstormed some fun, easy activities for you and your dog to enjoy together this summer – from training and agility activities to arts and crafts, there’s something…
It’s estimated at least 40 percent of dogs experience noise anxiety which is amplified by the summer thunderstorms and further by summer fireworks. In fact, animal shelters report that their busiest day for taking in runaway dogs is July 5th. It is natural for dogs to be afraid of loud noises. The sound triggers their nervous system and they become…
May is National Chip Your Pet Month – a great time for pet owners to visit one of our five clinics to get their pets chipped and to make sure those chips are up to date! Don’t wait before it’s too late. Collars and ID tags are good forms of identification for your pet, but they can break or become…
The best method of flea and tick treatment is preventing your pet from getting them in the first place! Yet, with so many different options out there, it’s difficult to know what type of flea and tick preventives are right for your pet. Here are a few things to know to prevent these pests from making a home on your…
Though taking a trip out of town can be an exciting change of pace for us humans, the change in routine is tough on our dogs – and it can be extra-hard for anxious or reactive dogs who thrive on consistency. Why do dogs develop separation anxiety? Unfortunately, there is no conclusive evidence showing exactly why separation anxiety occurs. However,…
We love pets for their curious and playful nature, but their desire to discover the world through sniffs and licks can lead to some dangerous situations. Celebrate National Animal Poison Prevention Week (March 20-26) by making sure your home is as safe and pet-friendly of an environment as possible. Educate yourself on what items in your house are poisonous to…
Brushing your dog’s teeth might not be a task you think of frequently (that is until they whip around and take a bite of their feces). What you may not realize is that “dog breath” should not be synonymous with stinky! Good oral hygiene is not only imperative to keep their teeth strong and in good condition, but also for…