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Why Your Pet Needs Heartworm Protection One bite from a mosquito could put your pet’s health in jeopardy if it’s not protected against heartworm. Heartworms invade your pet’s heart, lungs and blood vessels and can kill your pet or cause serious, lifelong health issues. Fortunately, medication available from your veterinarian

Protect Your Pets from Heatstroke This Summer Hot, humid summer days could mean trouble for your pets if they become overheated. High temperatures and humidity levels increase your pet’s risk of developing heatstroke, a potentially deadly condition. What Is Heatstroke? Heatstroke occurs when your pet’s body temperature rises dangerously high.

7 Ways to Make Your Pet’s Next Visit to the Veterinarian Less Stressful Just like you, your pet may find visits to the doctor stressful. If your normally calm, friendly pet becomes a quivering, snarling ball of fur at veterinary visits, you may be wondering what you can do to

Can Pets and People Share Medication? Every year, thousands of pets become sick when they swallow or are exposed to medication intended for humans. In fact, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center received more calls in 2021 about poisoning caused by over-the-counter and prescription medications than any other toxic substances.

Thanks to Pet Insurance, Vet Care Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank Unexpected veterinary bills can quickly drain your bank account or emergency fund. Since you never know when disaster will strike, pet insurance helps you ensure that your companion receives the care it needs without straining your finances. Why

How to Tell When Your Cat Is Sick Can you recognize the signs that may mean your furry friend isn’t feeling well? Cats have an impressive ability to hide their illnesses, even they’re very sick. Unfortunately, that may mean delays in getting much-needed veterinary care if you’re unfamiliar with common

Beware of Ticks This Fall Does your dog or cat enjoy exploring the fields and forests near your home? These areas are prime habitats for ticks, small parasites that survive by drinking a host’s blood. Ticks spread a variety of diseases, including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. During

How Are You Celebrating Happy Cat Month? Can you imagine life without your cat? Those fluffy felines make life more interesting, provide countless hours of entertainment, and offer unconditional love. It’s only fitting an entire month is dedicated to them every September. If you don’t have any plans for Happy

Bad Breath May Mean Your Pet Has a Dental Problem Overwhelmed by your pet’s bad breath? If you flinch every time your pet nuzzles against your face, it may be time to make an appointment with the veterinarian. Stinky breath can be a sign of a tooth or gum problem

3 Reasons to Microchip Your Pet Have you been thinking about microchipping your dog or cat, but aren’t sure if it’s really necessary? Implanting a tiny identification chip under your pet’s skin offers several important benefits. You’re Much More Likely to Be Reunited with Your Lost Pet If you’re lucky,