Hairball Prevention for Your Cat   As a cat owner, you likely don’t need a special day to draw attention to your cat’s hairballs, but April 29 is National Hairball Awareness Day. Let’s take a closer look at why hairballs occur and what you need to do about them....

Few things are better than getting away during Spring Break and taking a relaxing vacation, especially if your four-legged friend tags along. Make sure you’re prepared for safe travels before heading out on an adventure with your pet.    #1: Visit your...

March 28th is Respect Your Cat Day! While you may devote every day to your feline friend, make it a point to cater to their special needs on their noteworthy holiday. Follow these tips to show your cat that you respect their unique nature.   #1: Determine your...

World Spay Day is an annual campaign to encourage people to save animal lives by spaying companion pets and feral cats. It is celebrated annually on the fourth Tuesday in February, which falls on February 22 this year. Spaying your pet provides many health benefits...

As a pet owner, you should be brushing your pet’s teeth as frequently as you brush your own teeth. By brushing your pet’s teeth daily, you can reduce the amount of plaque and oral bacteria in their mouth and help keep pet dental disease at bay. Follow these steps to...

With winter here and the thermometer taking a dip, you may think it’s safe to skip a dose or two of your pet’s parasite prevention medication. After all, you hardly venture outdoors in such conditions, so what pest could possibly be lurking out there? The truth is,...

When the temperature drops and the snow falls, your dog still needs to be walked outside. While you’d probably much rather stay snuggled up on the sofa, there are ways to make heading outdoors tolerable. Follow these tips to keep your pup safe when venturing into cold...

When bad weather strikes and your pet is cooped up indoors, turn to indoor enrichment activities. Try the following activities to prevent cabin fever from setting in during foul weather.   #1: Play a game of hide-and-seek Hide-and-seek is a fun way to embrace...

Chilly winter weather can be harsh on aching joints and old bones, and elderly pets who cannot regulate their body temperature and their younger counterparts can suffer. When the cold weather comes, ensure your senior pet is prepared for the temperature drop with the...

An estimated one in 300 dogs and one in 200 cats develop diabetes during their lifetime. In honor of National Pet Diabetes Month, pet owners need to recognize the risk factors and signs of pet diabetes.    What factors put my pet at risk for developing diabetes?...