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  The lovely warm weather brings out the nature lover in many of us, including our pets! If you’re taking your pet along for some outdoor adventures, such as an overnight camp trip, you’ll want to read our expert tips […]

1. CHOOSE DOG-SAFE FLOWERS FOR GARDEN Seasonal flowerbeds are beautiful, but many common flowers, including tulips, daffodils, azaleas and amaryllis can be poisonous to dogs. Talk to your vet about which plants are safe for dogs before you put on […]

Sure, we all know ticks are nuisance but do really know what they are and what they do. Here are 10 facts you probably didn’t know about those pesky ticks.     1. Ticks are arachnids. Meaning, they are more […]

PUT SAFETY FIRST Your home should be dog proofed so that your pet is safe at all times, not just when he’s home alone. This means ensuring the dog can’t get to cords, dangerous items that can be chewed, or […]

Spring has sprung, and with the change of season, our thoughts turn to spring cleaning and much-needed home improvement projects. Before you embark on seasonal chores or outdoor revelry, take inventory of potential springtime hazards for your furry friends. *If […]

There’s a lot to love about Easter—time with family, egg hunts, candy aplenty—but this fun-filled holiday can be hazardous to pets.   Easter is a time when you may bring different items into your home, like chocolate candies in foil […]

  Fleas and ticks are two of the most frequent pet care concerns in America. While prevention is the best defense against these parasites, it’s important to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of fleas and ticks so […]

ESOPHAGEAL OBSTRUCTION IN DOGS Dogs tend to eat unusual things. When a dog ingests foreign material or foodstuffs too large to pass through the esophagus (the throat), the esophagus can become blocked.  Small-breed dogs, especially terriers, are most apt to […]