by Heather Shirey | Dec 11, 2023 | Cats, Dogs
As the holiday season approaches, it’s important to recognize the potential stress this cheerful time of year can bring to our cherished pets. Amidst the festive chaos and alterations to their routines, our furry family members can also feel the strain that we...
by Heather Shirey | Oct 23, 2023 | Cats, Dogs, Wellness
We all love house plants, but you might not realize how toxic many of them can be for your pets. Before bringing in any new plants to your house, it’s important to know which ones are safe for your curious furry friends. As the seasons change, be careful with...
by Heather Shirey | Oct 9, 2023 | Cats, Dogs, Wellness
Halloween is always a fun time of year, and it should be for your pets, too! It’s easy for your pet to become more overwhelmed than you might realize during this holiday. When you think of Halloween from the perspective of your animal, it’s easy to see why. Here...
by Heather Shirey | Apr 5, 2023 | Dogs, Wellness
Heartworm is a preventable, but severe and potentially fatal, parasite that infects dogs. How is a heartworm transmitted, and what does it cause? Heartworms can only be transmitted from animal to animal by mosquitoes. When a mosquito bites an infected animal, young...
by Heather Shirey | Mar 13, 2023 | Dogs, Puppy, Wellness
Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious virus that can affect all dogs, but unvaccinated dogs and puppies younger than four months old are the most at risk. The virus affects dogs’ gastrointestinal tracts and is spread by direct dog-to-dog contact and contact...
