Facilitating End-of-Life Decisions for Your Pet Making the last decision for your furry family member can be very difficult, so knowing what to ask your veterinarian can make your decision easier. Of course as a pet owner you wish that your aging pet would pass peacefully in his sleep, but that is often not the …
Pet First Aid: Spread the Word
April is Pet First Aid Month and Braxton’s Animal Works is reminding you to take a minute and brush up on your first aid tips, so you can care for your pet should the need arise. It’s always a good idea to see your veterinarian if your pet gets hurt or sick. However, you may need to …
Pets and Kidney Disease
You might be surprised to know that over a lifetime, one in three cats and one in ten dogs will develop kidney issues. Like in humans, animals’ kidneys balance nutrients and filter waste. Kidneys also help to control blood pressure, increase red blood cell production, and help with calcium metabolization. If kidney function is impaired, …
Diabetes on the Rise
Diabetes: Diabetes is on the rise in America and our pets are no exception. According to the most recent, comprehensive study released by Banfield Pet Hospital, the incidence of diabetes is on the rise in dogs and cats throughout the country. Between 2006 and 2015, researchers identified a startling 80% increase in diabetes in dogs and an 18% increase …
Prepare Now for the End of Daylight Savings Time
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 2:00 am. Start now to adjust your pet’s schedule to prepare them for the change of time. While we are excited about the extra hour of sleep that the end of daylight savings time signals, don’t be surprised if your dog is up at his …
July: National Pet Hydration Month
Keeping pets hydrated on these hot, summer days is so important that PetSafe designated July as National Pet Hydration Awareness Month. July is the hottest month of the year in some areas of the country and that is certainly true for us. With temperatures in the high 90s, it is important to be conscious of …
COVID-19 And Your Pets
Some of you may be worried about your own pets since the news that a tiger tested positive for COVID-19 at the Bronx Zoo. As of Monday, April 6, 2020, the USDA, United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, stated that most people have nothing to worry about. Although it is …
Pets are Silent Heroes During the Pandemic
Companion animals are the unsung heroes of the Covid-19 pandemic. If you are a pet owner, you are already aware of the health benefits pets can provide: Decreased blood pressure Decreased cholesterol levels Decreased triglyceride levels Decreased feelings of loneliness Increased opportunities for exercise and outdoor activities Increased opportunities for socialization But during these unprecedented …