Pet care
After hour experts on summer bummers
Summer’s here at last! From beach time to summer hikes, there’s a lot to do outdoors—and a lot of potential pet hazards for pet families to avoid....
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Does your dog need sunscreen?
Dogs can and do get sunburns, and some are more vulnerable to sun damage than others. But pet parents can protect their canine companions the same...
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Heat stroke warning
The long summer days are cherished, and for good reason. They open the world to outdoor activities, from barbecues to camping, from festivals to...
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Fostering pets
Many people are generous when it comes to helping homeless pets. They donate money, volunteer at shelters, and organize and staff fundraising and...
Pet care
Water Safety 101
Swimming is great exercise for those dogs who love it, but even the most water-ready of retrievers can get into trouble without their families...
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Experts on call after hours
Pet parents tend to have numerous questions both big and small about caring for their pets. Often our pet concerns can't wait, so if your vet's...
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Keep essential oils away from your pets
Essential oils can be found in many popular products, from those for aromatherapy to household cleaning. The benefits of essential oils for humans...
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More pets?
For many, one pet is never enough. For them, the happiest homes are those with as many pets as can be cared for, a mix of species or multiples of the...
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Parasite prevention tips
As the weather warms up, many pet parasites pick up–or get picked up by pets. Fleas and ticks become more active, as do mosquitoes, which transmit...
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Planning pet-safe plantings
The snow may still be on the ground in some places, but that doesn’t stop people from swarming the gardening centers at the first hint of spring. For...