Everything You Need to Know About Heartworm Disease in Dogs Heartworms are a type of roundworm that lives in the heart, lungs, and surrounding blood vessels of afflicted animals, causing heartworm illness, which can be fatal. Despite being curable, heartworm infection...

Lyme Disease Protection for Your Pet Sluggish parasites awaken as chilly winter weather fades and mild spring temps approach. This makes April the ideal month for Lyme Disease Prevention in Dogs Month. Take steps to limit your pet's risk of providing ticks with a...

Caring for a pet post-surgery can be stressful and overwhelming. It's important to provide your furry family member with the best possible care in order to ensure that they make a full recovery. Providing emotional as well as physical support is key when it comes to...

The death of a pet can be heartbreaking and overwhelming, but it's important to recognize that you're not alone. The pain of losing a beloved animal companion can spark intense feelings like anger, guilt, sadness and despair—all common reactions when dealing with the...

3 Ways to Safely Treat Your Pet on Valentine’s Day Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many other...

5 Dental Emergencies in Pets If you’ve ever known the agony of a toothache, you know how critical it was to receive emergency treatment and pain relief. While your furry pal may not complain like people do when they are in pain, they also can suffer from pet dental...

How Much Daily Exercise Does My Pet Need? While all pets need exercise every day, the amount each cat or dog requires varies. Follow the guidelines below to create a general exercise plan, and take into account your pet’s age, breed, and health for a personalized...

How to Soothe Your Pet’s Dry Winter Skin As temperatures fall, so do humidity levels in your home and outdoors. A drop in humidity often leads to dry, itchy skin and can leave your furry pal uncomfortable during the winter months. Prevent excessive scratching and...

5 Holiday Hazards That Can Harm Your Pet As the year draws to a close, holiday celebrations are still in full swing. But the additional activity and stress present the perfect opportunity for your pet to get into trouble, so keep an eye out for the following holiday...

Indoor Enrichment for Pets: How to Have Fun with Your Pet This Winter When the weather outside becomes too cold and snowy, it can be tough to find ways to entertain your pet indoors. Spice up their exercise routine with the following fun interactive games and toys to...