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COVID-19 Update: Keeping You and Your Pets Safe
There are definitely more questions than answers when it comes to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome 2 (SARS-CoV-2), better known as the COVID-19 virus. COVID-19 has only just turned a year old.…
Safety Considerations for Indoor and Outdoor Cats
Does it have to be one or the other? Can our cats have both? Continue reading to learn more about indoor vs. outdoor cats, feline behavior, safety, and how to provide enrichment for your cat.
Tips for Preparing Your Cat for International Travel
Planning an international trip or move with your cat? Anticipating international travel is exciting, but it can also be a busy and stressful time. Planning ahead and preparing your cat is essential…
Your Guide to Kitty Body Language
Cats use their body and movement to communicate with us and each other more than their voices. They use cues all over their body to make a statement. Keep reading to learn more and become a cat body…
CBD Use in Pets
CBD, or cannabidiol, is another derivative of the hemp or marijuana plant. It has several suspected health benefits, such as relieving pain, reducing anxiety, and improving sleep in people. But is…
Introducing a New Cat or Kitten to Your Home
With the addition of a new cat to a household comes a number of challenges to ensure a smooth, and happy transition. Cats by their nature are typically solitary animals that may take longer to…
Veterinary Telemedicine
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, veterinary telemedicine involves the use of electronic exchange of medical information from one site to another to improve and assess the…
Fur Mowing (Overgrooming) in Cats
Although cats are often referred to as being “curious,” the overwhelming majority of them do not tolerate stress or change in any shape or form. Stress can cause cats to do all sorts of things such…
How to Safely Trim Your Pet's Nails
Since it’s likely that your pets don’t live in the wild, their nails probably won’t wear down naturally. Therefore, as owners, we must trim them to avoid problems with walking and moving around, as…
What causes hair loss in cats?
Abnormal hair loss, medically known as alopecia, is a common dermatological problem in cats. The extent of hair loss varies depending on the cause and severity of the condition. Some conditions…
Pet Medication 101: Pepto-Bismol
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Pepto-Bismol (bismuth…
10 Cool and Interesting Facts About Your Cat’s Ears
Cats' triangular-shaped ears clearly distinguish them from other species, but there’s a lot more to a cat’s pyramid-shaped ears than meets the eye! Keep reading to learn what makes your cat’s ears…
Vacationing with Pets: A Guide to Pet Sitting
Vacation season is officially upon us, but for many pet owners, finding reliable pet care can be astressful part of planning a vacation.If like many pet owners, you’ve decided that your pets need an…
Why is my cat itchy?
Itchy skin can be very frustrating for cats. To find relief, they engage in excessive grooming, licking, and scratching at the affected areas until there is hair loss and the skin becomes raw. When…
Why does my pet need an abdominal ultrasound?
An ultrasound, also known as ultrasonography or sonographic imaging, is one of the non-invasive imaging modalities that are used in veterinary medicine. The procedure provides images of the internal…
Why does my pet need x-rays?
For decades, radiographs, commonly known as x-rays, have been the most common form of medical imaging used by veterinarians. Like other medical imaging techniques, radiographs are non-invasive,…
Pet Medication 101: Trazodone
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what trazodone (Desyrel) is…
Pet Medication 101: Alprazolam
It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Xanax (alprazolam) is…