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Online Pet Pharmacies & Over-the-Counter Pet Medicine Sales Professional announcers, paid celebrity endorsements, and slick advertisements offer affordable pet prescriptions at discount prices and, at times, with no prescription required. Since pets are increasingly becoming a part of the family and annual spending on pet products has reached more than $60 billion in the United … Read moreRisky Business!

National Dog Bite Prevention Week was observed in April, making this an excellent time to educate parents and children about how to be safe around dogs. But first, I will review five essential dog safety tips that apply to everyone. Show the back of your hand before petting a dog to let them sniff your … Read moreSafety Tips to Avoid Dog Bites

Late Summer Dangers for Dogs Dogs do not handle heat the same way people do, and they are not built for exercise the same way that people are. People can cool off by sweating, and we have sweat glands in the skin all over our bodies. Dogs have very few sweat glands, and they are … Read moreHot Cars, Hot Pavements, Hot Beaches

Hurricane season has arrived, and we have all read about and seen the havoc wreaked by tornadoes across the Southeastern states. It is crucial to be prepared for natural disasters and emergencies. The safety of your family depends on preparing a disaster plan, and this includes your pet’s needs. Prior to an emergency, gather information … Read moreDisaster Preparedness Includes Pets!

Keeping Pets Safe When Temperatures Soar The summer months are the hottest time of the year in Southwest Florida.  As the temperature rises to extreme levels, most people find comfort by staying inside in air conditioning or immersing themselves in water at the beach or the pool. Ensuring that our pets can maintain proper body … Read moreDeadly Heat

Most pet owners know that chocolate is dangerous for our pets, especially dark chocolate. However, it is equally important for pet owners to be aware of other common “people foods” that should never be given to pets. A simple seasoning, plant, herb, or fruit that seems harmless to us can cause serious health issues in … Read morePeople Foods That Can Poison Your Pet

Thanksgiving is almost here, and nothing is quite as inviting as the aroma of a turkey basting in the oven—and all the fixings that go with it! It also means the start of the holiday season. Homes begin to fill with a festive spirit; families and friends gather for visits and celebrations.  Our pets also … Read moreThe Dangers of Overindulging Your Pets during the Holidays

The holiday season is here, and taking a few simple yet essential precautions to protect our furry family members is a good idea. Here’s what you need to know to ensure a safe and happy season for all! Decorate With Care Holiday decorations can be hazardous in homes with cats and dogs. Some animals (especially … Read moreHidden Holiday Dangers in Your Home

Seasonal showers bring plenty of flowers, including new plantings in our gardens, yards and neighborhoods. Unfortunately, many of these beautiful flowers can be poisonous to our pets and other animals. Many popular plants, such as rhododendron and azalea, are highly toxic to pets—check out this list of poisonous plants maintained by the American Society for the Prevention … Read moreSeasonal Dangers That Can Poison Your Pets!

Here is a sad-but-true (and alarming) fact: The number one cause of euthanasia in pets is not illness or disease—it’s behavioral problems! When pets constantly misbehave, they often end up being put out on the street or surrendered to a shelter, where they eventually may be put to sleep. The real tragedy is that behavioral … Read moreYou Have a New Puppy….Now What?