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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...

5 Ways to Help Your Cat Safely Enjoy Warm Weather Your pet may be looking forward to enjoying the warmer weather with you as spring weather warms up and summer approaches. Here are five ways to spice up your cat's spring and summer. #1: Build your cat a catio You’ve...

Did you know that there are different stages to the life cycle of a heartworm? If your pet is at risk for heartworms, it's important to understand these stages and how to protect your furry friend from this deadly parasite. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look...