Our pets mean the world to us and we’d do anything to protect them. While there are many dangers to avoid, one of the most important things you need to protect them from is rabies, a deadly disease caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system. Transmitted via saliva, once the symptoms appear, rabies
Have you ever been relaxing on your deck around sundown and saw a deer? They’re beautiful creatures to watch when you’re at a safe distance, but pretty frightening when you come across that same deer while on a walk with your dog or when your cat is chasing a bird in the backyard. Pets and
Now that the COVID-19 restrictions are easing up, we’re all starting to return to our normal activities, including our pets. With the warmer weather, this includes spending a lot more time outside. Along with the warmer temperatures — and cicadas — this season also means increased allergies for our pets. Let’s look at a few
Ask any parent of a human child if they have a first aid kit and you’ll hear a yes, but did you know pet parents have one for their furbabies? Like most of us, you probably didn’t have a first aid kit for your pets ready, but it’s not too late to be prepared! Here’s
When you’re snowed in, it’s easy to forget about taking your dog for walks or playing outside. But maintaining an active lifestyle even during the cold winter months is essential for keeping our canine companions happy and healthy. While snow and ice may not make ideal conditions for outdoor activities, there’s plenty of ways
Chocolate is a holiday favorite for many people, whether it’s candy, cookies or a cup of hot cocoa, this sweet treat is a staple in many homes. While we might take advantage of the increase of chocolatey treats around the house this Halloween, if you have a dog at home these treats can pose
Dogs can turn themselves into the funniest positions when trying to scratch that itch. And while it’s cute on occasion, when your pup starts scratching too often, it means there could be a problem with fleas that needs your immediate attention. What are fleas exactly? More than 2,500 different species of fleas exist, yet
Canine Parvovirus, more commonly known as Parvo, is a highly contagious disease with incredibly high mortality rates within days if left untreated. Puppies, as well as unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated dogs, are most at risk. Although it’s not entirely understood why, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Doberman Pinschers and English Springer Spaniels are at
Pet parents know accidents happen. Whether it’s Fido or Fluffy knocking over a cup or us tripping over their chew toys, we’re used to these irritating events. But some accidents can be a lot more serious, like a fast-moving pet escaping through an opened door, from the backyard or during a walk. Luckily, science has
Many of us take pride in outdoor gardens and plants, but did you know that many common plants are toxic to our pets? Depending on the type of plant, the amount ingested and in some cases the weight of the pet, an innocent trip outdoors by a pet with a penchant for munching plants can
