How to Get a Cat to Drink More Water

How to Get a Cat to Drink More Water

Credit: Zoetis, Heather Berst Do you worry about your cat drinking enough water? There are certain diseases your cat can get that may make it very important to get a cat to drink more water. Here’s how to get your cat to drink more water. Why Drinking Water Is Important for Cats A cat’s body is made up of 60%-70% water1. Therefore, consuming ample water […]

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The Importance of Full-Year Tick, Flea, and Heartworm Disease Protection for Your Dog

The Importance of Full-Year Tick, Flea, and Heartworm Disease Protection for Your Dog

Credit: Zoetis, Dr. Clair Walther   Did you know that parasites are threats to your dog all year long? Despite the common belief that ticks, fleas, and mosquitoes are only active in warmer months, these pests can cause big problems for your dog at any time during the year. They are not only a nuisance, but they can transmit diseases to your dog. The best […]

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Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis Of all the vaccines we offer her at Companion the one we are asked about the most is leptospirosis. The reason for this is due to leptospirosis vaccines not being considered a core vaccine for dogs like rabies, Bordetella, distemper, and parvo. This, unfortunately, leave far too many dogs unprotected from an illness that results in fatalities in 10-25% of the cases in which […]

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