Pet Appreciation Week (June 6 – 12)
Pet appreciation week is a time to celebrate how much our pets mean to us. This can be done in many ways to show your pet how you appreciate them, whether it’s with a special treat or toy, or simply …
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National Pet Week (2nd-8th)
National Pet Week® celebrates the pets that enrich our lives and encourages responsible pet care every day of the year. Created by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Auxiliary to the AVMA in 1981, it’s observed during the …
National Puppy Day
They’re fluffy and playful; they yip and bark and are just all around adorable; and all they want is to be loved. What could we be talking about? That’s right, puppies! National Puppy Day celebrates that most adorable of our …
How Dental Disease Can Affect Your Pets Organs
Periodontal disease affects more than just the mouth. It can negatively affect a pet’s organs as well. The formation of plaque on teeth leads not only to calculus or tartar buildup but also to gingivitis. And if gingivitis is left …
Canine Rehabilitation Therapy
At some point in their lives, most pets will end up having issues moving around. Whether it is caused by arthritis, orthopedic or neurologic injury, or obesity, it’s never an easy time for you or your pet. But what if …
Certain Dog Breeds are Prone to Cancer
While cancer can unfortunately strike any breed of dog at any age, there are certain breeds that have higher instances of the disease. Here is a list of dog breeds with higher rates of cancer and what types of cancer …
International Dog Day (26th)
What did we do to deserve dogs? Man’s best friend, our canine pals share a special bond with us, which is why August 26th is officially International Dog Day! This is the day to spend time with and show appreciation for …
Socialization
Socialization is important to the overall well-being of your dog because it will provide him with the ability to develop skills to cope with new experiences in a positive way, therefore reducing your dog’s stress. What is Socialization? Socialization is …