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Pets are naturally curious. That’s why they sometimes get into things they shouldn’t. This behavior can be hazardous if they ingest something toxic. Several poisonous substances in and around your home can endanger your active, inquisitive animal companion.

Does your four-legged companion have bad breath that keeps the two of you from snuggling? If only you could give your furry pal a breath mint, right? Contrary to common belief, an unpleasant breath odor in dogs or cats isn’t normal. As a matter of fact, it’s a common sign of an unhealthy mouth.

How often do you take your dog for a walk? Most people assume that all owners take their dogs for walks every day, but a recent study found that as many as 50% don’t, opting to let them run around the backyard instead.

It’s that time again to pause and reflect on the past 365 days and prove to ourselves that the next year will be better. 2021 is here, and like the years before, many people will want to be kinder, healthier, and happier.

During winter, dogs usually stay inside and keep warm. Because of this, dog owners usually think that their dogs do not need much grooming during this time of year.

Many families like to travel during the holidays. Whether yours will be away for a couple of days or a few weeks, leaving your animal companion alone at home without anyone to look after them is never a good idea.

September is recognized worldwide as a pain awareness month. As we discuss human pain awareness, we also spread awareness of animal pain. It is important to share that animals suffer pain just as humans.

Vaccination is a topic that sparks debate everywhere you go. There is no denying that vaccination helps in fighting diseases. Vaccines trigger the immune system to build protection against certain diseases. They introduce antibodies to the body to help it fight pathogens that cause disease.

There are lots of different elements to veterinary medicine, and like us, there are times where our animals need a surgical solution in order to effectively treat an injury or illness. As owners, it is very unlikely that you will be able to tell if your pet will need surgery, but your veterinarian will perform a range of diagnostic tests that won’t only confirm what the underlying issue is that is affecting your animal, but will also tell them they best course of action to take.

Being a pet owner comes with a lot of different responsibilities. One of the first decisions that you will have to make on behalf of your pet is whether to get them spayed/neutered.