SENIOR PETS

Older pets tend to have a tougher time when the weather changes. If you've noticed your senior pet struggling to go up and down stairs, or having trouble rising up after a nap, they may be having a arthritic flare-up. We can prescribe them anti-inflammatory medications to help them feel younger again during the colder weather.

Cats & Car Engines

If the weather starts to get chilly, make sure your pet has some place warm to stay. Look before you start your car, tap on the hood, or better yet, open it. Cats love warm places and they will often climb onto car engine compartments to get warm. Lacerations, burns and other injuries can occur for a cat when an engine starts. Always know where your pets are, especially if the weather starts to turn.

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Mesothelioma Symptoms

AOL News recently reported that Insulation called Zonolite is in millions of homes and contains a toxic level of Asbestos which can cause Mesothelioma, a deadly cancer with no cure. As you may already know, it is possible for our pets to develop this terminal illness as well. Pets are not only at risk from inhaling asbestos fibers carried into the home by their owners, but also through direct contact where the harmful substance is carried in their hair after visiting a location containing this loose material. Unlike humans, for dogs the latency period is much shorter, and the average dog's symptoms will manifest by age eight.

Click here to learn more about Mesothelioma Symptoms! 

Tip for Dogs with Dry Skin

Here’s a tip for dogs with dry skin...bathe them less often, and make sure to brush their coat in an effort to rid the skin of dander. When you do bathe your pet, make sure to use a shampoo and rinse made for their special needs. Do not use a shampoo or conditioner made for people. If you would like some help picking out a dog safe shampoo and conditioner, please bring it to our attention at your next visit.

January's Book Club Selection

Attention Book Club Participants! It's time to reveal January's Book Club selection! This month's selection is 'The Art of Racing in the Rain' by Garth Stein. Take this month to read the selection and check in with us on Monday, February 14 to discuss the themes and topics of the book and post your feedback. Enjoy!

Click here to view the amazon.com site and learn more about the book.

New Year's Resolution

Does your New Year’s Resolution involve getting your pets behavior in check? We can provide advice regarding the correction of problems such as excessive barking, chewing, spraying, scratching, digging, house soiling and aggression. Make 2011 a great year for you and your pet!

Click below to view a pet behavior video from The Rachael Ray Show.