The Top 10 Questions You Should Ask Yourself Before You Adopt a Pet
Posted on Jun 18, 2013 in Tips
Adopting an animal is a major commitment. Yet all too often people put more effort into researching what kind of car to get than the type of pet that would best fit their lifestyle. Continue Reading……
How To Trim Your Cat’s Nails
Posted on Jun 17, 2013 in Tips, Videos
Here is a helpful video on trimming your cat’s nails. target=”_blank”>How To Trim Your Cat’s Nails
How to Remove a Tick from Your Pet
Posted on Jun 14, 2013 in Tips
So, you’ve found a tick on your pet—how do you deal with it? While it’s important to get these little suckers off quickly, ASPCA veterinarians advise that you stay calm and don’t rush it. Moving too fast when removing a tick could potentially create more problems, both for your pet and for you. Continue Reading….
Can All Dogs Swim?
Posted on Jun 14, 2013 in Tips
Q. Do dogs know how to swim naturally? If not, how can I teach my dog? She’s a Border Collie mix, and she gets very hot when I take her to the lake with us. Continue Reading….
Exercising Your Pet
Posted on Jun 5, 2013 in Tips
You know it’s good for you. You know that exercise can give you energy, help you maintain a healthy weight, keep your muscles and joints flexible, help you live longer, and above all, make you feel better. For all the same reasons, your pets need to get up and get moving. Not only can exercise [...]
Don’t Become a Statistic: What You Need to Know About Preventing Dog Bites
Posted on May 24, 2013 in Tips
It happens to 4.7 million Americans each year: dog bites. National Dog Bite Prevention Week runs through Saturday, and the American Veterinary Medical Association is helping spread the word on how…. Continue Reading…..
The Mighty Flea
Posted on May 8, 2013 in Tips
The Mighty Flea Beware: Though a flea is puny, its effects on pets and people can be mighty. Learn more about their bad habits and health consequences–and why you should talk to your veterinarian about keeping your pet flea-free all year long. Fleas are one of the most troublesome problems that can afflict pets and [...]
Summer Heat Pet Care Tips
Posted on May 4, 2013 in Tips
Denver resident Susan Kohut loves hiking Colorado trails with her 3 ½-year-old Great Dane, Floyd. But since he weighs 160 pounds and his black fur attracts heat, she is careful to make sure he avoids overheating. “I saw him once after a long, long walk. He found a cool spot to lie in and was [...]
Why Senior Wellness Exams Are Important For Your Pets Health
Posted on May 2, 2013 in Important, Tips
Senior Pet Care- WVMC COUPON OF THE MONTH Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine, pets are living longer than ever before. However with this increased lifespan comes an increase in the types of ailments that can afflict senior pets. As pets reach the golden years, there are a variety of conditions and diseases that they [...]
How Do I Stop My Dog From Chasing My Cats?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 in Tips
What can I do to keep my two dogs from constantly chasing the cat? A: Although there are countless households with dogs and cats who can live in harmony, mixing the two species can sometimes cause discord and stress for everyone in the home — people included. Continue Reading……
General Care Tips for House Rabbits
Posted on Apr 26, 2013 in Tips
Start with the House Rabbit Handbook, the first, and still the best, book on house rabbit care, and the book that started HRS (House Rabbit Society). Continue Reading…..
Natura Pet Expands Voluntary Recall of Dry Pet Foods Due to Possible Health Risk
Posted on Apr 23, 2013 in News, Tips
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 19, 2013 – Natura Pet Products is voluntarily expanding its March 29, 2013 recall of dry pet foods because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The expanded recall now includes all dry pet food products and treats with expiration dates prior to and including March 24, 2014. [...]
