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 …
Great Christmas Gift – Pet Insurance
Looking for that perfect Christmas gift for mom or grandma? How about pet insurance for her favorite furry friend. Veterinary medicine has come a long way in the past couple of decades and because of these medical advances, veterinarians can perform many procedures that were previously unheard of. Although these advances contribute to a longer …
The End of Daylight Savings Time Affects Your Dog
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 3, 2019, at 2:00 am. 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 usual time ready and waiting to go. Remember, it’s not your dog’s fault. Circadian Rhythm Animals …
Is Your Pet Obese?
Today, Wednesday, October 9, 2019, is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) wants to alert pet owners of an E X P A N D I N G problem. Did you know that currently more than half of all domestic dogs and cats are clinically overweight? That amounts …