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5 Essential Tips for
Senior Cat Wellness
1 min read Dr Penn has noticed that Lux’s interests have shifted as he’s aged. “While he's still playful (he will catch that darn red dot someday), his new obsession is finding a good lap,” says Dr Penn at Goodheart Lowry. “When people visit, he will browse until he...
How to Support Your Senior
Pet’s Golden Years
3 min read Senior cats and dogs are the best. “Keep them active but remember that your senior pet is no spring chicken. So, don’t overdo the exercise, says Dr Penn at Goodheart Lowry. “And no one is too old for treats!” We love your senior cats and dogs. Here are 5...
How to Prevent Tick
Borne Disease in Pets
2.5 min read “It was tricky to remove!” says Dr David Liss about the tick he removed from inside a dog's ear, which had created an ear infection. “I had to use some careful manipulation to reach his head without squeezing his body.” Ticks are parasites that can attach...
My Pet Ate Poison
What Should I Do Next?
1 min read If you suspect your pet has eaten something they shouldn’t have eaten, don’t panic. Many pets eat toxins. We won’t judge you over the item or substance. Life happens. We’re here to help. Step 1: Find the packaging. It helps to have the product...
Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth
What You Should Know
2.5 min read Brushing is a good habit to form as part of pet dental care. It’s a nice addition to professional...
How to Keep Your Pet
Safe and Warm in Cold Weather
2 min read Franklin enjoys the snow last winter. No need to outfit your dog in booties in the backyard. It's likely you'll only be playing...
When to Spay or Neuter
Your Pet: A Simple Guide
2 min read We wish there was a hard and fast rule when spaying or neutering your pet, but there is no perfect age. Your pet's health and breed, among other factors, determine the right time. What's the right age to spay or neuter my pet?Discuss this with your...
Xylitol and Pets
What You Need to Know
The number #1 recommendation from professionals is to read food labels before feeding anything to your pet. Do you have sugar-free gum, candies, or powdered peanut butter in your pantry? A sugar substitute called xylitol(also called birch sugar)is common in most of...
4 Halloween Treats That
Aren’t Safe for Pets
10/19/2021 | 2 min read Staying safe on Halloween doesn’t need to be tricky. Celebrate the spookiest night of the year by keeping your pet away from these hazards: #1: Candy bags and wrappers Bags and wrappers can be as dangerous to your pet as the treats they...