Blog

If you love birds, here’s some news: May 8th is World Migratory Bird Day! This celebratory event is the signature program of Environment for the Americas, which is the only international program that celebrates and educates people about the migration…

Over the past month, the world has been watching the conflict in Ukraine. The situation is affecting not just its people, but also its animals, which has been just heartbreaking to see. Kitties are very popular pets in Ukraine, just…

Dog Bite Prevention Week starts next Sunday, April 10th. This subject could definitely use some attention. The CDC estimates that there are about 4.5 million dog bites in America every year. That’s about 1 out of every 73 people! Many…

Have you ever come home and found that your dog has chewed your new shoes, or torn up your sofa? If so, you’re not alone. We all know that dogs need to chew, but some of these behaviors go a…

Is your cat itching? Uh oh: Fluffy may have fleas. Fleas can not only make your pet miserably itchy, they can also cause dangerous health issues, such as anemia; can carry tapeworms and other parasites; and can spread disease. Keeping…

Have you been considering adopting a pet bird? Good for you! Birds have very specific care needs, so if you have never had one of these charming, colorful creatures before, you’ll want to do a bit of research before you…

Salamanders exist in a variety of breeds, each made up of different shapes, sizes, colors, and natural habitats. Just like with humans, a balanced diet and proper nutrition are key to the health and well-being of your pet. And like…

Hope you’re having a happy New Year! Setting goals for the coming year is what this time of year is all about. Growth and change are always important, no matter where you are in life or how old you are….

Happy New Year everybody! In the coming days, we’ll be seeing lots of best-of lists for 2021. And of course, no year in review would be complete without Man’s Best Friend! Here, a vet lists some top doggy highlights of…

Happy Holidays! This holiday season is looking to be much busier than last year’s was. And many people like to travel with their dogs …. even on planes. But is that a good idea? A vet talks about flying with…