Pet Care, Safety & Wellness
Check for fleas, avoid toxic human medications, and travel with pets safely. Keep pets healthy, comfortable, and protected at home and on the road.
Warm Weather is on the Way, So Know How to Check Your Pet for Fleas Before a Problem Starts
We all love our furry little friends. When they hurt, we hurt and want to do whatever we can to make them feel better. So, what do we do when our furry little friends are under siege from an army of fleas? We may not even know if our smallest family members have fleas, only noticing them several weeks after the infestation begins. Here's how to recognize fleas and what to do to take back control.
Most Human Medications, Including Common Pain Relievers, Are Dangerous or Deadly for Pets
It's torture watching our pets deal with pain and we will do anything to give relief as soon as possible. While it may be tempting to use people medications on our pets, it could be dangerous or even deadly. Pets react quite differently than people to many things, from food to medications. So it's important to know what's harmful to our pets and to see a veterinarian when they're sick or in pain.
Traveling With Pets Can Be Hectic, but These Tips Can Help Make It More Enjoyable and Safer
It's always a difficult decision to make. Do we take our pets on a family trip or do we leave them with someone? When traveling with our pets, we have to make a number of sacrifices in order to make sure they can go where we go. But it's a little more difficult than tossing the dog in the car. You have to take into account a number of pet safety considerations when traveling with a furry friend.
Protecting Your Pets From Poisonous Plants That Are Often Used in Indoor Holiday Decorating
We don't often think too much about indoor plants when we decorate our homes during the holidays, but it's something you should be thinking about if you have pets. Many plants used in holiday decor, such as holly and mistletoe, are toxic to dogs, cats and other small animals. It can take only seconds for a curious pet to ingest a small amount of a toxic plant, becoming seriously ill or even dying.
Taking Your Furry Friend to the Vet Doesn't Always Mean That You'll End Up in the Dog House
If you have a furry friend, then you know that pets can be just as expensive as they are cute. Your pet's regular expenses, such as food, treats and toys, can often add up quickly. But a surprise medical expense, or even regular medical care, can put you in the dog house if you're not careful! But it is possible to keep your pets healthy and happy while keeping you expenses at the vet to a minimum.
Cold Weather Means You Need to Take Care of Your Dog's Coat and Skin for Health and Comfort
Even though we've had periods of spring-like weather already this winter, the cold temperatures will surely be here for a while. As your dog spends more time warm indoors during the winter months, it can be easy to let regular grooming slide. However, it's especially important during this time of year to continue with a regular grooming routine that will keep your pup both comfortable and healthy.