Howling Thanksgiving Pet Holiday Tips for Dogs & Cats

Howling Thanksgiving Pet Holiday Tips for Dogs & Cats

Relax, enjoy and celebrate this holiday with your family, friends and dogs and cats.  That’s the way most of us remember the Thanksgiving holiday. Unfortunately, 2020 has been an unusually tough year as we struggled to ward off Covid-19, stay healthy and remain employed. The stress alone is overwhelming! Stress doesn’t just affect people, it…

Pets and the COVID-19 - Coronavirus Pandemic

Pets and the COVID-19 – Coronavirus Pandemic

What are pet owners most important considerations to keep their pets safe from the Coronavirus pandemic and how to stay busy with pets and live while under quarantine. The current coronavirus pandemic has alarmed pet owners worldwide. Experts continue to believe that pets, including dogs and cats are not able to become infected nor are they able to transmit the COVID-19 disease to people.

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Your Pet’s Health & the Corona Virus Pandemic

What risk does COVID-19 pose to Dogs & Cats? Currently, according to the U.S. Center for Disease Control [CDC] there is no evidence that pets, specifically dogs and cats can transmit the Corona virus causing COVID-19 to people. The Center for Disease Control does, however, recommend minimizing contact with pets for individuals currently experiencing signs of COVID-19.

Dr. Carol - Coronavirus News Flash to our Patients

Dr. Carol – Coronavirus News Flash to our Patients

A quick email to update you on the current protocol we have adopted in the face of the coronavirus concerns that are shared by all. Dr. Carol wants to ensure you that she is taking steps to be extra vigilant all throughout our Veterinary Clinic and has put many safeguards in place to protect our pet patient parents, and our staff.

The Lowdown on the Latest Pet Food Trends, According to Vets

The Lowdown on the Latest Pet Food Trends, According to Vets

Latest Pet Food Trends. We are always trying out the latest diet trends, or at least striving to fuel ourselves with healthy choices. (The Boston Medical Center estimates about 45 million Americans go on a diet each year). So, it makes sense that we want to feed our pets the best food out there. We spoke to several veterinarians to get the pros and cons of the latest nutrition fads for our four-legged friends.

Obesity In Dogs - A Massive Health Threat Hiding In Plain Sight

Obesity In Dogs – A Massive Health Threat Hiding In Plain Sight

There’s a weight problem in America and it isn’t just affecting humans. The most recent statistics classify the majority of dogs in the U.S. 56% as overweight or obese. While that makes obesity a major health crisis for dogs, it’s a problem that’s often overlooked, as many pet owners may not even realize their pets are overweight.