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Easy Treatments to Fix Your Pet’s Dry Skin

Easy Treatments to Fix Your Pet’s Dry Skin

How to Soothe Your Pet’s Dry Winter Skin As temperatures fall, so do humidity levels in your home and outdoors. A drop in humidity often leads to dry, itchy skin and can leave your furry pal uncomfortable during the winter months. Prevent excessive scratching and...

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The Most Common Holiday Pet Hazards

The Most Common Holiday Pet Hazards

The Most Common Holiday Pet Hazards   As the year draws to a close, holiday celebrations are still in full swing. The additional activity and stress present the perfect opportunity for your pet to get into trouble, so keep an eye out for the following holiday pet...

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What Does a Cat Need to Be Healthy?

What Does a Cat Need to Be Healthy?

What Does a Cat Need to Be Healthy?   Cats may seem as if they are largely self-sufficient and require little care, especially compared to their canine counterparts, but they need just as much specialized attention to remain happy and healthy. To keep your feline...

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3 Benefits of Regular Pet Grooming

3 Benefits of Regular Pet Grooming

3 Benefits of Regular Pet Grooming Celebrated on November 1, Pet Groomer Awareness Day draws attention to the important task groomers undertake when caring for your furry pal. Regular pet grooming not only keeps your pet looking their best, but it also provides many...

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5 Pet Safety Tips for Inside & Outside the Home

5 Pet Safety Tips for Inside & Outside the Home

How to Keep Your Pet Safe Inside and Outside Your Home Your pet’s sense of curiosity and smell can land them in a heap of trouble if you don’t take precautions. In honor of National Animal Safety and Protection Month, our team shares tips on how to keep your furry pal...

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What is the Role of a Veterinary Technician?

What is the Role of a Veterinary Technician?

Veterinary Technicians: An Essential Part of Your Pet’s Health Care Team To spread awareness about the crucial role veterinary technicians play in animal health, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) celebrates National Veterinary...

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Safety Tips for Owners of Deaf Dogs

Safety Tips for Owners of Deaf Dogs

Safety Tips for Owners of Deaf Dogs  Specially abled pets hold a special spot in animal lovers’ hearts, and deaf dogs are certainly a category to be treasured. In honor of Deaf Dog Awareness Week, which falls on the last full week of September each year, our team...

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3 Ways Your Pet Is Kept Safe Under Anesthesia

3 Ways Your Pet Is Kept Safe Under Anesthesia

3 Ways Your Pet Is Kept Safe Under Anesthesia Your pet’s safety is our number one priority, particularly when they undergo anesthesia and surgical procedures. We understand you also are concerned about your pet’s health and safety while under anesthesia, and we want...

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Learn How To Spot Signs of Heatstroke in Your Pet

Learn How To Spot Signs of Heatstroke in Your Pet

How to Spot Heatstroke in Your Pet As summer reaches its height, your furry pal may grow more accustomed to the high temperatures and humidity levels associated with the season, but they still can succumb to heatstroke. Abrupt temperature increases can cause a sudden...

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