The holiday season is upon us, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible....
Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow can cause chapped paws and itchy, flaking skin, but these aren’t the only discomforts pets can suffer. Winter walks can become downright dangerous if chemicals from ice-melting agents are licked off of...
by Stephanie DwilsonAs the temperature drops and winter sets in, you may be rethinking just how much time your dog should spend outside. During the summer, you hear a lot about how important it is to protect your dog from the heat. But cold weather safety is just as...
Thanksgiving is a time for friends, family and holiday feasts—but also a time for possible distress for our animal companions. Pets won’t be so thankful if they munch on undercooked turkey or a pet-unfriendly floral arrangement, or if they stumble upon an unattended...
by Sassafras Lowrey, CTDIDoes your dog chase cars, bikes, skateboarders, squirrels, or other wildlife? You aren’t alone. Chasing is part of a dog’s natural instinct, but it’s also one of the most frustrating behaviors for dog owners — and it can be dangerous for your...
by Dr. Fiona Lee, DVMAh, the crisp fall air, chilly mornings and early night-fall are clear indications that autumn has definitely arrived! Fall is a terrific time for family, as the days shorten and the holidays near. For many people ‘family’ includes the...
