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labor day pet safety

4 Tips on How to Keep Your Furry Friend Safe This Labor Day Weekend from Dr. George Melillo of Heart + Paw

Everyone loves a long weekend, even our pets who look forward to bonus time with their family! We’ve rounded up a few key safety tips to make sure your Labor Day Weekend is spent relaxing...
dog boarding

How to Prepare Your Pet for Their Dog Boarding Stay

If your pet has never been boarded while you were away, or you are worried that your dog is not prepared to be boarded during your absence, you can help them to be ready for...
dog lethargy

Why is My Dog Acting Lethargic?

There are many reasons that your dog might be acting lethargic. Some of them are not worth worrying too much about, while others are serious medical conditions that require an emergency trip to the vet....
dog runny nose

My Dog Has a Runny Nose – Should I Call the Vet?

While dog noses can be wet and cold when your dog is healthy, a runny nose is another matter. Any dog can suffer from a runny nose briefly if they have been exerting hard if...
dog swimming safety

5 Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe While Swimming This Summer

If you have a dog that loves to swim, or you are considering taking your dog out for the first time to try out this experience, there are some safety considerations that you should keep...
cat ringworm

Cat Ringworm: Signs to Watch for and Protecting Your Pet

Ringworm is one of the most common skin disorders that cats can suffer from. This is a fungal infection despite its name, and it needs to be treated with the help of a vet. If...
dry skin on dogs

Is it Normal for My Dog to Have Dry Skin?

Dry skin in dogs can be frustrating for pet owners who want to be sure that their pet is healthy. It can also be messy when your dog has dry skin, and they are shedding...
dog park in philadelphia, pa

4 Dog Parks to Visit with Your Pet in Philadelphia, PA

Taking your dog to the dog park can be great for their mental health and physical well-being. Many dogs love going to the park to socialize and see other dogs at least a few times a...
cat heatstroke

Heatstroke in Cats: Causes, Signs and How to Protect Your Pet

Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition that can affect both cats and dogs. You need to know what the symptoms are for this condition so you can recognize it is in time to get your pet...
cat vaccinations

Did You Know Cats Need to be Vaccinated? Here’s 6 Reasons Why

Many people are aware that pets that go outside or that spend time at pet daycare need to be vaccinated, but there are just as many pet owners that think that their indoor-only cats don’t...
dog microchipping

5 Benefits of Dog Microchipping and How It Works

Microchipping is becoming an increasingly common practice, and most rescue groups and veterinarians recommend this process to help your pet stay safe. Dogs that are microchipped are much more likely to make it home to...
traveling with pets

6 Tips for Traveling with Your Pet

Traveling with your pet doesn't have to be stressful! Many people travel with their pets every year, and there are lots of ways to make the process of traveling with a dog or cat much...