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5 Halloween Pet Safety Tips   As October 31 approaches, you may be planning all sorts of spooky activities to celebrate Halloween. If you include your pet in the festivities, ensure you do so safely by following our team’s top five Halloween pet safety tips.  ...

Tips on How To Ensure the Safety of Deaf Dogs   Specially abled pets hold a special spot in animal lovers’ hearts, and deaf dogs are certainly a category to be treasured. In honor of Deaf Dog Awareness Week, which falls on the last full week of September each...

3 Back-to-School Transition Tips for Your Pet   Making the switch from summer to school can be rough for all family members, four-legged ones included. To help make the back-to-school transition easier—for your pet, at least—give the following tips a try.  ...

How Pet Microchips Work   It might help ease your mind to understand how microchips work if you've been considering having your pet microchipped. They do not provide GPS tracking capabilities, but they do offer a permanent means of identification for your furry...

Learn How Pet Vaccines Protect Your Pet From Disease   Although you know your pet needs vaccinations yearly, you may not fully understand what they protect against, how they work, and which ones are necessary. We are answering these common questions about pet...

Have a Cool Pet This Summer by Following These 4 Tips   Summer is the best time to take advantage of the sun with outdoor activities, although high temperatures and humidity can make it uncomfortable for your pet. Help your furry pal beat the heat with the...

How To Keep Your Pet Calm With Noise Aversion   Most pets are scared of loud noises, whether they’re caused by the vacuum cleaner, construction, or fireworks. You may not be able to avoid these sounds completely, but you can help your pet cope with the stress...

Anchors Away! Boating and Lake Safety Tips for Pets There's nothing better than spending a warm summer day on the lake, and your pet can join you with a little planning. Here are five safety tips for boating and lake fun.   #1: Fit your pet for a life jacket...

How to Tackle Ticks Safely When Hiking with Your Pet Seeing a tick prowling across your pet's skin can send chills down your spine. Follow these tips to ensure that your pet will remain safe from tick-borne illnesses while enjoying the beautiful summer weather.  ...

Cancer in Pets: What You Need to Know Despite incredible advancements in veterinary medicine, veterinary professionals are seeing more cancer in pets than ever before, which might be due in part to our furry companions’ longer lives. Overall, the American Veterinary...