Finally, a reason to be thankful for the bitter cold we’ve experienced this winter! Unlike previous winters that have been relatively mild (and have led to an extremely heavy tick season), those bone-chilling days should have helped to bring the tick population back to normal levels. While the biting cold does help to kill off some of the ticks, most…
Did you know that an estimated 85% of all pets have periodontal disease by the time they are 3 years of age? The dental tartar you see slowly building up on your pet’s teeth is about 80% bacteria, and that it not only damages your pet’s gums, but the bones and the ligaments that hold their teeth in place. Still,…
Congratulations on your new puppy or kitten! When they are so little, everything they do is adorable… that is until they have an accident on your clean white carpet or antique rug. Start getting your pet in the habit of going outside or in a litter box as soon as you come home from the shelter or breeder. Here are…
A new puppy can be fun, but often frustrating to train! Dogs do not automatically know how to properly walk on a leash or know that peeing on the couch is a “no no” (surprising, I know). Training is key to well-behaved furry friend. Fortunately, training your dog to walk on a leash is one of the easier skills to…
Show your pets you’re thankful for them by keeping them safe this Thanksgiving. Now, we get it, sometimes it’s pretty hard to say “no” to those cute furry faces while they are begging for Thanksgiving scraps this season. However, many of the holiday treats and traditions we know and enjoy are harmful to pets. Make sure the holidays are a…
We feed them, shelter them, give them affection and shower them with toys. But once the front door opens, your pet may have his or her mind set on escaping. Whether they dart out before you can catch them, or sneak when you have your back turned, an unattended pet without the confines of a leash or a fence has…
Should you pursue acupuncture for your pet? This is a prickly question. What about a chiropractor for your pet? It’s more common than you think. Acupuncture Let’s go with the first, obvious question, what does acupuncture for your pet entail? Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles into body tissue where nerve bundles and blood vessels come together. These collections of…
When it comes to your pet’s health, a lot of owners overlook their furry friend’s dental hygiene. Brushing your dog’s teeth might sound silly, but it’s a great way to prevent plaque buildup. The good news for dogs is they’re not as prone to cavities as human beings are. You don’t need to brush your dog’s teeth daily but the…