The Complete Guide: Welcoming a New Cat with Open Paws As we celebrate Adopt a Shelter Cat Month (which should honestly be every month!), our team is here to make the process of bringing a new cat into your home as smooth as possible. Cats are sensitive creatures, and...

Protecting Your Pet from Heatstroke: 5 Tips to Keep Them Safe in Hot Weather When the summer heat hits, it's not just uncomfortable for your furry friend—it can pose serious risks. But worry not! Here are some essential tips to help prevent heatstroke and keep your...

When to Seek Emergency Care for a Limping Pet Your pet’s lameness can usually wait until the next business day for veterinary care. However, certain conditions, plus limping, mean you need to head to your nearest emergency veterinary hospital right away.  ...

Five Tips for Safe Swimming Practices With Your Pet As summer temperatures heat up, you and your furry pal likely want to cool off with a swim. Although it’s in their name, not all dogs–or pets–know how to “doggy paddle,” so take proper precautions when you swim with...

Learn About Heartworm Disease in Dogs Heartworms are a type of roundworm that reside in the heart, lungs, and surrounding blood vessels of infected animals, causing a potentially fatal condition known as heartworm disease. Despite being treatable, heartworm infection...

Preparing for and Coping With the Loss of Your Pet Although a pet’s passing is never easy, preparing for the eventuality can help ease your mental and emotional distress. Here are four ways to help prepare for—and grieve—your pet’s eventual passing. Evaluate your...