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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 gums are pale

Is It Normal for a Dog’s Gums to be Pale? Understanding the Signs and Seeking Veterinary Care

As responsible pet owners, we want to ensure our furry companions are healthy and happy. It's important to pay attention to their overall well-being, including their oral health. One of the indicators of a dog's...
senior dog

10 Tips to Help Your Senior Dog Stay Happy and Healthy

As our beloved canine companions advance in age, their needs change, and so should our approach to their care. Ensuring that our senior dogs remain happy and healthy is a top priority. This post will...
cat diabetes

Diabetes in Cats: How to Help Your Pet

As loving cat parents, we want the best for our furry friends. So when your cat is diagnosed with diabetes, it can be a challenging experience. It's crucial to understand that feline diabetes, though a...
xylitol and dogs

5 Reasons Why Dogs Can’t Have Anything with Xylitol: Protecting Your Furry Friend’s Health

As a responsible pet owner, it's crucial to be aware of potential dangers and harmful substances that can pose a threat to your beloved furry friend. Xylitol is one such substance that can be incredibly...
Dog Obesity

What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know About Dog Obesity

As responsible pet owners, it is crucial to understand the various health challenges our furry friends may face. One such concern that can have serious consequences on your dog's well-being is obesity. Dog obesity is...
meowing in cats

Why Does My Cat Keep Meowing?

Understanding Your Feline Friend: Why Does My Cat Keep Meowing? As a pet parent, it's only natural to be concerned when your feline companion keeps meowing, seemingly without reason. Cats use meowing as a primary...
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...