Poison Prevention Month is an important reminder for pet owners to take a closer look at the everyday items that could put dogs and cats at risk. As spring arrives, pets tend to spend more time exploring, family gatherings become more frequent, routines get busier, and the chances of a curious pet getting into something harmful can increase. Even common…
Did you know that April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month? Having lifesaving resources and skills on hand for your pet can make a difference in an emergency. We’ve highlighted a few common items you should keep in your pet’s first aid kit, recommended by the AVMA. Keep your kit in an accessible place, but in a spot out…
Spring and summer are right around the corner and if your dog is anything like all of us, they are itching to stretch their legs and run outside for some exercise and adventure! Before you let your dog roam around in tall grass or wooded areas, it’s important to protect them from Lyme disease and to know the signs and symptoms your pet might have been infected.
Is your dog a couch potato or the shadow that keeps you company while you’re out on the farm? While dogs are domesticated animals, many breeds crave having a job to do and have a deep history of working to protect our country. In fact, K9s, or military working dogs, have been used by military forces for various purposes for…
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…
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…