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Emergency First Aid Tips

In an emergency, keep a level head and quickly get your dog to the veterinarian. Call first. If your doctor’s office is not open, call the nearest emergency pet clinic. Keep emergency phone numbers...

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Poisonous Plants

Some of the following plants can be toxic to your dog. Check with your veterinarian before having them in your home. * Aloe Vera * Apple (seeds) * Apricot (pit) * Autumn Crocus * Baby’s Breath *...

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Home Safe Home

Even pets that spend most of their time indoors may be exposed to a number of potential hazards. The following list will help keep your home safe and sound for your dog or cat. Be aware of the plants...

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Weather Precautions

Just as we care for ourselves differently at different times of the year, we should be sensitive to our dog’s needs during colder and warmer weather conditions. COLD WEATHER CARE Well-nourished dogs,...

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What are the Benefits of Microchips and How Do They Work?

One of a pet owners greatest fears is getting separated from their pet. Now, many shelters and veterinarians are installing identification chips on pets. It’s a hi-tech way to resolve the separation...

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How Can I Make My Yard Safer and More Pleasant for my Dog?

If you’re lucky enough to have an enclosed yard for your dog, you may want to take a few simple steps to make it even safer and more pleasant for your pet. Start by picking up any debris and carefully...

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During Winter, How Do I Know if its too Cold to Let My Dog Outside to Play?

Snow and ice can bother a dog’s feet, but most medium and large breeds can still go on a winter run or walk. A rule of thumb for the average Labrador Retriever is – if you can exercise without a face...

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Why Shouldn’t I Leave my Dog in the Car While I Run Errands?

During the summer months, we try many different things to beat the heat. It’s important for our pets to stay cool, too. For example, pet owners often leave their dogs in the car while running an...

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Emergency First Aid Tips

In an emergency, keep a level head and quickly get your dog to the veterinarian. Call first. If your doctor’s office is not open, call the nearest emergency pet clinic. Keep emergency phone numbers...

View Article


Poisonous Plants

Some of the following plants can be toxic to your dog. Check with your veterinarian before having them in your home. * Aloe Vera * Apple (seeds) * Apricot (pit) * Autumn Crocus * Baby’s Breath *...

View Article

Home Safe Home

Even pets that spend most of their time indoors may be exposed to a number of potential hazards. The following list will help keep your home safe and sound for your dog or cat. Be aware of the plants...

View Article

Weather Precautions

Just as we care for ourselves differently at different times of the year, we should be sensitive to our dog’s needs during colder and warmer weather conditions. COLD WEATHER CARE Well-nourished dogs,...

View Article

What are the Benefits of Microchips and How Do They Work?

One of a pet owners greatest fears is getting separated from their pet. Now, many shelters and veterinarians are installing identification chips on pets. It’s a hi-tech way to resolve the separation...

View Article


How Can I Make My Yard Safer and More Pleasant for my Dog?

If you’re lucky enough to have an enclosed yard for your dog, you may want to take a few simple steps to make it even safer and more pleasant for your pet. Start by picking up any debris and carefully...

View Article

During Winter, How Do I Know if its too Cold to Let My Dog Outside to Play?

Snow and ice can bother a dog’s feet, but most medium and large breeds can still go on a winter run or walk. A rule of thumb for the average Labrador Retriever is – if you can exercise without a face...

View Article


Why Shouldn’t I Leave my Dog in the Car While I Run Errands?

During the summer months, we try many different things to beat the heat. It’s important for our pets to stay cool, too. For example, pet owners often leave their dogs in the car while running an...

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