Dog

This time of year brings warmer weather, more daylight and opportunities to spend playing outdoors with your pet. But with it also comes the dreaded enemy of all pets (and pet owners) – fleas. If you have ever had a bout with fleas, you will do just about anything to prevent them from coming back again.  Contrary to popular belief, a topical solution alone isn’t always enough to deal with the pesky pests. Use this Flea Prevention Checklist to protect your pet and keep the little buggers at bay. Prevent Topical products such as collars, traditional spot-on and natural oil…

Is Your Dog or Cat More Susceptible to Heat? Summertime is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the warm weather with our pets. This time outdoors can be fun and a great source of exercise. However, it is important to be mindful of the heat and sun to prevent any problems in our four-legged friends. The summer heat can be uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous for pets. Pets are more prone to heat-related illness than humans. Unlike humans who cool themselves off by by sweating through our skin, cats and dogs primarily reduce body heat through their respiratory tract…