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Over the years, we have found that the best way to keep pets safe is to educate pet owners on substances they may not realize are harmful for their pets. To help keep your pets safe, please review the following information to ensure your pet’s safety. 1. Human and Pet Medications Medications (both over-the-counter and prescription) make up 37% …
2021 is here, and we are looking forward to a brighter and more cheerful year. This is our 25th year serving pets and their families in the Stillwater area. We encourage pet parents to partner with us to provide each and every pet outstanding preventative care. We will take care of the veterinary side of things, and we hope these …
Why Commit to Walking Your Dog and Playing with Your Cat? Obesity is a nationwide problem for American pets. Over 55% of dogs are obese or overweight and more than 60% of cats are carrying around excess weight. What is the harm in a little extra weight? Excess fat shortens a pet’s life. And those pets don’t get the opportunity …
Sunshine, butterflies, and flower blooms: summer is here! With all the beauty that comes with summer here in Stillwater, there are also the dangers of rising temperatures. Whether you’re strolling in our beautiful parks with your dog or patrolling your backyard with your cat, there are some precautions you can take to help keep them pawsitively safe. 1. Pause for …
It starts with the jingle of a collar and ID tag, then you notice your pet is itching all the time. Soon your dog’s whimpering because they’ve scratched themself raw or your cat’s developed scabs around their ears. Many pet parents try to tackle excessive itching on their own with oatmeal baths, anti-itch sprays, ear wipes, and flea collars. It’s …
We all have an idea about what pain is, but can you recognize it in your pet? If pain is diagnosed by your veterinarian what is the best way to deal with it? Most people are not very good at recognizing when their pet is experiencing pain. Cats are especially good at hiding pain. Cats only let you know that …
Splashing, running, fetching, chasing, and, of course, tail wagging: All of these actions are quintessentially summer! Why? Summer is the best time of the year to enjoy long days filled with sunshine and exercise with your pup. So, go ahead and indulge your dog in some healthy play, just make sure he’s protected from some of the common health hazards …
Picnics, swimming, and long walks in the park: summer is a time to make lifelong memories with your pet. Whether you’re playing with your cat or your dog is letting loose in the dog park, a sudden thunderstorm can really put a damper on the fun. Thunderstorms can be even less fun for pets that struggle with loud noises that …
Independence Day is a fun and relaxing summer holiday for most people. Adults take extra time off work, kids watch parades and go to carnivals, friends host backyard barbeques, and the whole family enjoys watching fireworks together. Unfortunately, some pets become highly fearful and anxious due to the change in routine and the frequent, unexpected loud noise of fireworks. You …
A dog is your buddy for life and just as it starts to age a little you need to take care of it a bit differently. A dog is just like your family and as it approaches its senior years you have got to make sure it gets all the care it needs for the years worth of loyalty and …
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