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Biting into a piece of chocolate may be one of the most satisfying experiences you’ll ever have with food. But, don’t share this experience with your dog. Chocolate is highly toxic to our canine companions! In this article, a local…

There are quite a few sayings using our feline buddies as the main characters.  Most likely, you’ve heard or used them before. For example, you’ve probably used the saying, ‘Cat got your tongue?’. Many of these expressions are just as…

The Fourth of July is just around the corner! While many people are looking forward to celebrating America’s birthday, it’s also important to remember the Fourth can be a very dangerous holiday for our canine companions. Many pups are absolutely…

Hot Dog! National Dachshund Day is June 21st! We love Weiner Dogs, and we’re happy to shine the Spotlight on these long, lovable pups. Also known as Sausage Dogs or Doxies, Dachshunds are quite popular, and they really do make…

Have you ever wondered if reptiles have emotions? It’s probably safe to say that they aren’t as sentimental or affectionate as dogs and cats, but some reptiles do seem to get quite attached to their humans. Bonding with reptiles takes…

Are you bringing a new dog into your home? Congratulations! Of course, if you have a cat, your feline buddy probably won’t be as enthusiastic as we are. First impressions are a very big deal to pets, so it’s important…

Are you considering getting a baby snake? There are some advantages to raising your pet from the start. People often find it easier to bond with animals that they have raised themselves. Captive-born snakes are also more docile than wild…

L yme disease has been on the rise, in large part because of exploding tick populations. Lyme disease is zoonotic. That means both people and pets can be afflicted. According to the CDC, it’s the most common vector-borne disease in…

Is your pet c urrent on their rabies vaccines? If not, we recommend remedying this right away. Rabies is extremely dangerous. Just the word “rabies” tends to conjure up some frightening images in the mind’s eye. And because rabies is…

St. Patrick’s Day is just a few days off! It’s always fun to celebrate Irish heritage, history, and culture, and perhaps indulge oneself with a Shamrock shake or some corned beef. Of course, our canine companions love celebrating holidays with…