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The Importance of Microchipping Your Pet   Losing your furry friend is every pet owner's biggest fear. No matter where you live, you may worry about your pet slipping out an open door and becoming lost. However, a microchip can greatly increase your chances of a...

What You Need to Know About Skin Allergies in Pets   As spring brings warmer weather and new growth, it also brings something more threatening—pollen. This yellow substance triggers irritating allergies in people and pets alike and can cause a wide variety of...

Did you know there is a day dedicated to hairballs? As a cat owner, you likely don’t need a special day to draw attention to your cat’s hairballs, but April 29 is National Hairball Awareness Day. Let’s take a closer look at why hairballs occur and what you need to do...

While you may know heartworms are transmitted to pets via the bites of infected mosquitoes, you may not realize that mammals are an essential part of the heartworm life cycle as well. In honor of National Heartworm Awareness Month, we’re sharing how important your pet...

Household toxins are a common source of pet poisoning, particularly in the kitchen or bathroom. However, potential hazards can lurk everywhere, including in your garage, garden, and cupboards. Brush up on your toxin knowledge for National Poison Prevention Week, which...

Although we think every day should be puppy day, National Puppy Day falls on March 23 this year. If you’re planning on welcoming a new puppy home soon, these are some of the best ways to help them settle in.   #1: Prepare for your new puppy’s arrival in advance...

Launched in 1995, World Spay Day is an annual campaign to encourage people to save animal lives by spaying companion pets and feral cats. World Spay Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Tuesday in February, which falls on February 22 this year. In addition to...

As February 14th approaches, you may be thinking of ways to show your sweetheart how much you love them. With the following suggestions, you can also include your four-legged friend in this holiday’s fun and affection.    #1: Make your pet a sweet treat You may...

When the temperature drops and the snow flies, your dog still needs to be walked outside. And, although you’d probably much rather stay snuggled up on the sofa, there are ways to make heading outdoors tolerable. Follow these tips to keep your pooch safe when venturing...

When it comes to pet vaccinations, we know you probably will have some questions. That's why we've compiled some of our most common questions and answers to ensure you are well educated about the importance of vaccines and how critical they are to your pet's health!...