September: A time to renew your commitment to your furry friend Although dogs are great companions, it is important to remember that owning a dog is a huge commitment and responsibility. Since September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month, Braxton’s would like to share the AKC’s list that every good dog owner should do for his …
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 …
De-Icing in a Pet Safe Way
With the recent snow and falling temperatures, it appears that winter is definitely upon us. This is the perfect time for a winter pet care refresher. Like their human counterparts, pets have difficulty maneuvering in this weather, especially on ice. Many of us have used or will be using some type of de-icing method to …
Pet Safe Holiday Tips
You don’t need me to tell you that 2020 has been a crazy year! This year the holidays may look different, and even though we may not be gathering for the holidays as usual, our own homes may still present safety concerns for our pets. Keeping your pet’s routine is the best way to keep …
Immunization Awareness and Pets
With all of the talk about Covid-19 and a vaccine, you may have forgotten about your regular immunizations. Since August is National Immunization Awareness Month, this is the perfect time to check your records and make appointments for both you and your pets. Giving your pet the proper immunizations can prevent serious diseases, such as …
COVID – 19 UPDATE
March 19, 2020 To Our Faithful Friends, It is our goal, at Braxton’s Animal Works, to remain open as we navigate through this uncharted territory surrounding the COVID-19 Pandemic. When met with a challenge, our father, Bill Braxton, would offer this encouraging statement to his clients: “There’s nothing here we can’t take care of.” …
4th of July Pet Preparedness
4th of July Are You Prepared? The 4th of July is quickly approaching, and it is important to realize that it is the Number 1 day that pets run away from home. This doesn’t have to be the case. There are steps you can take to protect your pets and reduce their stress and anxiety; advance …
Dog Attack: The Horrifying Reality
It is easy to give tips on how to handle a dog attack in theory, but what happens when you are out walking your dog, and he is attacked? This is exactly what happened to my friend over the Memorial Day weekend. She was visiting family in a remote part of Pennsylvania when she and …