It’s hard to believe that someone would steal a person’s pet, but sadly, there are over two million cases reported per year - with fewer than 10% returned home. Even worse, it’s estimated that pet theft has risen by 31 percent since 2007. Today, we’re looking at why pets are most often stolen, how you can protect your pet and how you can reduce the possibility of a dog- or … [Read more...]
The Importance of Dental Cleanings – National Dental Month 2019
Good oral hygiene is directly tied directly to a pet’s overall health and longevity. February is advertised at Pet Dental Month. It’s a great opportunity to take advantage of deep discounts offered by veterinarians on dental cleanings and check-ups as well as a wide variety of products that promote a healthy mouth so that pets can have a great dental routine year-round. Dr. … [Read more...]
National Seeing Eye Dog Day – January 29, 2019
January 29th marks National Seeing Eye Dog Day. It is also the 90th anniversary of The Seeing Eye organization, the first guide dog school founded in the United States and the oldest existing in the world. Seeing Eye® dogs or, guide dogs as they are also called, are more than companion animals for someone who is visually impaired or legally blind. They are truly … [Read more...]
Pros & Cons of a Vet Assistant Career
If you love being around animals but don’t have the inclination to go to veterinary school, you can still have a job that can make a big difference in the life of ailing pets—as a veterinary assistant. Veterinary assistants are an important part of the team at animal hospitals. They participate in surgeries, provide care to sick animals, and assist veterinarians by running … [Read more...]
To Vaccinate or Not: That is (NOT) the Question
We live in a world of information. Some of that information is science-based, some of it is opinion-based. Never have we had so much choice in our lives and the lives of our pets. Recently, the arrival of the “anti-vax” movement has caused some pet owners to begin questioning the value (and potential danger) of vaccines. Manufacturers and veterinarians have come under … [Read more...]
Finding a Boarding Facility or Pet Sitter
That first time you travel without your pet can be a traumatic experience for both you and them. That's why it’s so important to develop a relationship with a boarding facility or pet sitter. Today, we’re looking at how to find the best option for your pet. Pet Sitters are those who come to your home one or more times per day (or perhaps even stay overnight in your home up … [Read more...]
Getting Ready for Your First Puppy
Times have changed since I brought home my very first puppy. I still remember how excited I was holding the squiggly bundle of fur in my arms as he looked up at me in total adoration. I wasn’t prepared for a puppy. I was young, I barely had the money for my own place, but I knew we would do just fine. Life would have been a lot easier if I knew then what I know now! Here … [Read more...]
Boarding or Pet Sitter?
You have been planning your vacation for months, and everything is set except for one detail: What do you do with your pet? Should you board your dog or cat or hire a pet sitter to take care of him when you’re gone? While deciding whether to board or retain the services of a pet sitter might seem difficult, it can be made a lot easier by asking yourself a few questions: … [Read more...]