Dog Park Etiquette to Be Aware Of

Dog Park Etiquette to Be Aware Of

Credit: Dr. Heather Burst, Zoetis   Taking your dog to the dog park can be a fun adventure or a downright disaster. There’s a reason that dog parks are a controversial topic among dog trainers and veterinarians. Dog parks can be a great way to exercise your dog, maintain socialization, and meet other dog owners. But there’s a very real risk of disease transmission, injury, […]

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Why Your Dog Still Needs Tick & Flea Protection During the Winter

Why Your Dog Still Needs Tick & Flea Protection During the Winter

Why Your Dog Still Needs Tick & Flea Protection During the Winter Credit: Georgette Wilson   As winter approaches and temperatures fall, you may think that you can give your pet a break from their tick and flea medication. But not so fast — many dogs are at risk for ticks and fleas year-round.   Not only can fleas find their way into your home […]

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It is Shedding Season! How much is too much?

It is that time of the year. Animals are shedding everywhere!  Dogs naturally lose old or damaged hair by shedding. Although shedding is a normal process for dogs, the amount and frequency of hair that is shed often depends upon their health and breed type. It can also depend on the season-many dogs develop thick coats in the winter that are then shed in the spring. Dogs who are […]

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CAN A YARD SERVICE REALLY REPLACE FLEA & TICK PREVENTATIVES?

CAN A YARD SERVICE REALLY REPLACE FLEA & TICK PREVENTATIVES?

Taken from an article written by Michael Nappier, DVM, DABVP When it comes to flea, tick and external parasite prevention, the old real estate saying rings true: It’s all about location, location, location. Some lawn companies are advertising area treatments for yards that purport to eliminate the need for external parasite prevention for pets. Let’s take a closer look and see if we like the […]

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