With the holidays approaching, you may be planning on boarding your pet, having them groomed and even visiting friends and family who have pets. You never know when your dog may be exposed exposed to other animals that have kennel cough and that they are at risk of catching this highly [...]
Senior Citizen at age 6 or 7—Time Flies It comes as a shock to some pet owners that although small dogs generally live longer, they are considered geriatric at the age of 7; and larger dogs have shorter life spans and are considered senior citizens at age 6. So if you [...]
Alabama can certainly boast on its hot and humid weather. You can count on it! Dog days of summer refers to the hottest days of the year. Extreme heat is dangerous for us, as well as for your family pets. With no break in site, we just have to cope and [...]
How to Avoid Dog Ear Infections Up to 16.5% of dogs will experience an ear infection. Fortunately with a few simple preventative measures you can avoid having to deal with dog ear infections: Have a reliable ear cleansing solution Clean your dogs’ ear once every 1-2 weeks Any time your dog [...]
Warm weather and plenty of moisture begins the flea and tick season. Alabama and Florida are fitting places for fleas and ticks to live and thrive. What’s worse than listening to your pet thumping and scratching all night long? Maybe, finding a tick or fleas in your home, on yourself, or [...]
As pet owners, ensuring the safety and well-being of our beloved furry friends is a top priority. From providing them with a nutritious diet to regular exercise, we do everything we can to keep them healthy and happy. One crucial aspect of pet safety that often gets overlooked is the importance [...]
Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis is not a type of parasitic worm in the skin. It is a fungal infection characterized by red, scaly and itchy skin. The rash is also circular in shape oftentimes resembling a worm. In a result, the term ringworm easily became a misnomer. As of date, [...]
National Pet Theft Awareness Day - Feb.14 Pet theft is on the rise, with an alarming increase in incidents involving dogs. The American Kennel Club says millions of dogs are stolen every year and most of the time never recovered. And last year, thefts were up 40%, the group says. About half [...]
It's almost here! Springtime. After a long and unusually cold winter, we all are anxiously awaiting the new season. As the weather begins to warm up and the flowers start to bloom, it's important to make sure your furry friends are ready for the change of season. Springtime brings with it [...]
Pet Poisoning Awareness Like children, pets are curious and often cannot resist smelling, tasting or ingesting something that captures their interest. Unfortunately, there are many items and products that can be very harmful. However, taking simple precautions and steps can help prevent pet poisoning. One of the best ways to avoid [...]
