Dog Care: Preventing and Treating Fleas
Fleas can be an annoying – and itchy – issue for dog owners to deal with. Even if your dog doesn’t spend much time outdoors, go hiking in the woods, or play with other dogs, they can still be at risk for getting fleas. These tiny critters can attach themselves to your dog’s fur during […]
6 Fun Gifts to Treat Your Pet This Holiday Season
As you’re picking out gifts for family and friends, don’t forget your four-legged family members! They enjoy getting presents too, and it’s always fun to spoil them a bit. Your pet may not be able to tell you what they want, but here are a few gift ideas that are sure to get their attention: […]
Keeping Your Dog Safe for Halloween
As the scary decorations go up, costumes are chosen, and pumpkins are carved, there’s no denying that Halloween is just around the corner. But as you and your family get ready for the festivities, have you considered your four-legged friends? You equip your kids with flashlights, phones, and chaperones, but what are you doing to […]
Dealing with Your Dog’s Hearing Loss
Whether advanced age, genetics, or a medical condition, there are many reasons why dogs may develop hearing loss or become deaf. But fear not – you are likely more upset by this change than your dog is. Dogs are resilient and learn how to adapt. You can still provide your furry friend with a quality […]
Should You Get Pet Insurance for Your Dog?
Accidents, illnesses, and emergencies happen all the time – for humans and animals alike. You likely help protect yourself with health insurance to offset expenses, but should you do the same for your dog? There are many pet insurance providers who offer different levels of coverage when it comes to services related to your pet’s […]
Keeping Your Pet Safe During a Storm
Hopefully you have a plan in place on how to protect yourself and your pets should you need to evacuate or shelter in place during hurricanes or other major disasters, but what about during normal storms that come and go? Many dogs and even cats get anxious during thunderstorms and can act out of character. […]
Helping Your Dog Learn to Be Alone
As much as you would love to spend all day every day playing with your dog and giving it your full attention, that’s not a realistic scenario. Chances are, you’ve got work, family, friends, and other obligations that take you away for at least part of the day. That means that your dog will have […]
Gearing Up for Flea and Tick Prevention
While one of the perks of living in the South is warmer weather throughout more of the year, this also means that flea and tick season lasts all year long. Even when temperatures start to drop, these pests can still survive indoors or in warm, damp spaces. As a pet owner, you want to be […]
3 Reasons to Microchip Your Pet
No one wants to think about their beloved pet becoming lost or stolen, but the truth is, it happens. It only takes a split second for your dog to dart off through a door left ajar or pull away on a leash that has gone slack. If you’ve recently moved, they may become disoriented and […]
What Is Heartworm Disease?
If you’re a dog owner, you’ve probably heard the term “heartworm disease” being thrown around and seen ads for heartworm prevention medications on TV or in magazines. But is it really necessary? And what is heartworm disease anyway? What are heartworms? Heartworms are literally worms that can live in a dog’s heart, lungs, and blood […]
