Tips for Natural Disaster Preparedness with Pets
May 13th is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day. If you live in an area at risk for natural disasters like floods, wildfires, earthquakes, tornados, tsunamis, or other dangers, you probably have a disaster preparedness plan. If you have pets, you should make sure your family has a plan in place for how to care for […]
My Pet Was Bitten by a Wild Animal. What Should I Do?
Whether you encounter a wild animal while out for a walk or hike, or one gets in your yard or home, wild animal bites can be very dangerous to pets. You should gather as much information as you can to prepare for an emergency situation between a wild animal and your pet, so you can […]
Winter Care Tips for Your Pets
Your pet’s fur coat does not fully protect them from weather-associated health risks. Just as humans can’t withstand extensive time in harsh winter climates, neither can pets. Beyond just the bitter cold, winter comes with several other harmful factors that pet owners must avoid to ensure their pets are safe, warm, and healthy. Limit Time […]
Emergency Veterinary Visits: How to Know When It’s Time to Go
Recognizing that your pet is struggling can be challenging, even for the most attentive pet owners. Animals tend to mask pain much better than humans; therefore, it may be hard to notice that your pet needs emergency medical attention. Here are common signs that indicate you should load up the car and take your pet […]