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Boarding Services: Choosing the Right One

I travel a lot, and the idea of leaving my pets alone for long periods of time is unacceptable. When I have to go on a business trip, I board them at a facility operated as part of the veterinary clinic. This approach makes me happy and also keeps my dogs from getting lonely. There are certain things you want to look for when choosing a boarding facility. Will the pets have attention from humans? Is there a place for the dogs to run and play a little? What about special needs like taking medicine or only being fed a certain type of food? If you are planning on going out of town and need to board your pet, let me tell you what the facility must provide. With a little research, you can find a place that will ensure your pet is safe and healthy while you are away.

Canine Ear Infections: A Nuisance And A Danger For Your Furry Friend

Posted on July 7, 2016

Has your dog been shaking his or her hear head or rubbing it on the floor or ground? Has he or she been scratching her ears incessantly or are the ears red and inflamed or have a foul odor? Summer is a prime time for ear infections, and if you notice any of these signs, your pup may be a victim. Causes Inflamed ears or ear infections have many causes. They can be due to food or environmental allergies, which change the ear environment or cause severe itching that causes trauma to the ear. [Read More]

Does Your Kitten Need Their Vaccinations? Use These Tips To Keep Them Calm

Posted on June 10, 2016

Most cats are not excited about a trip to the vet, and if they have to have vaccinations, they are even more unhappy. They might hiss and attempt to scratch anyone and everyone. If you're able to keep your kitten as calm as possible before their vaccinations, they may handle things a little better. Here are some tips you can use to help your kitten remain calm when they need their shots. [Read More]

Protecting Your Pets From Summer Heat

Posted on May 26, 2016

While you want your pet to share in all the fun times with the family this summer, you must remember that pets can suffer from some of the same negative effects of heat as their owners. Pets may suffer even more from the heat because of the way their bodies respond to compensate for the rise in their body temperature as well as from their other unique physical features. The actions of their owners, while they may be based on good intentions, can also be a factor in causing their pet to come to harm from the sweltering heat of summer. [Read More]

4 Common Allergies In Cats

Posted on February 25, 2016

Allergies are not just something humans are affected by, but cats as well. If you have cats in your home, you need to be aware of the different types of things they can be allergic to. This will keep them healthy and allow you to reduce the exposure to these allergens. Food One of the most common types of allergies for cats is to a type of food. There are certain ingredients in your cat's food that might be causing coughing, sneezing, and other side effects of allergies. [Read More]