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What Is Giardia? Giardia is a single-celled microscopic parasite. It can live in the intestines of dogs (and other animals, including cats and humans) and cause severe gastrointestinal disease. Giardia can be an important cause of illness, especially diarrhea, in animals and people. However, the majority of dogs infected with Giardia do not have diarrhea,…

Your pet’s oral health plays a significant part in ensuring a long and healthy life. Periodontal disease can not only damage your pet’s teeth and gums but their internal organs as well. Most periodontal disease occurs below the gum line where you can’t see it. Bacteria that you can’t see can damage the tissues connecting…

Wherever temperatures are dropping around the United States, people are taking extra steps to help outdoor cats in winter, making sure they stay safe and comfortable. Whether you own an outside cat, feed a stray, or carry out Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) in your community, consider these tips to help outdoor cats as winter weather approaches.  Bring…

The gift-giving season has arrived, and for many children (and adults), a cute, snuggly dog or cat is on the list of what they are wishing for. The key to adding a new pet to your life the right way, is by being prepared — not just on the day you bring your new animal…

Thanksgiving Day may be one of your favorite holidays, but Turkey Day can be dangerous for your pets. Check out the following tips for a fulfilling Thanksgiving and to ensure that your furry friends don’t suffer a Thanksgiving emergency. Limit Special Treats It’s best to stick to your pet’s usual diet on Thanksgiving. Although a…

Pet Safety Tips for a Happy and Safe Halloween Halloween celebrations are filled with thrills but this time of year can pose serious scares and threats to our pets. We have a few Halloween pet safety tips to help you make it through the holiday with as few issues as possible. Trick-or-treat Candies Are Not…

Tapeworms—they might sound like something out of science fiction, but for pet owners, they’re a real and concerning threat. These tiny parasites can cause discomfort and health issues for your furry friends, and if left untreated, they can lead to more significant complications. But don’t worry—this guide will help you understand everything you need to…

7 Recipes to Help You Create Your Dog Treats at Home As a dog mom, I want what is best for them, and that includes what they eat. I started to realize that all these cookies and biscuits are probably not the best way to show love to my pup. I started doing some research…

Microchips for Our Pets 101 Losing your pet can be a traumatic and even tragic event. Conscientious pet guardians protect their pets with collars and ID tags. Unfortunately, collars and ID tags are not foolproof and dogs and cats can still get lost. Collars can break or fall off, leaving your beloved pet among the…

June is National Pet Preparedness Month This month, timed for the first month of hurricane season, urges people with pets to make preparations in case they should be hit by a disaster. That includes making plans for what you would do with your dog in case of a hurricane, tornado, flood or other natural disaster.…