Resources & Tips – General Pet Care

Deskunking your Dog

My dog Mattie has been sprayed by a skunk 3 times in her life, twice in June, and surprisingly once in February. It has always happened at night. If you are as unfortunate as I have been and your dog gets sprayed by a skunk, here are some helpful tips:

Noise Phobias: Summer Storms and Fireworks

Between fireworks and thunderstorms, summer is stressful for our two dogs. Last year, we heard fireworks every night from June 29th through July 15th! Here’s what we’ve found works:

Running Safely with your Dog in the Summer

It is important to make sure your dog is safe when running during the hot summer months. Here are some tips to keep him safe and healthy!

1. Make sure your dog is conditioned to run in warm, humid weather for the distance you are going.

How to Decrease Your Pet’s Anxiety About Going to the Vet

Do you have pet who is a little skittish when it's time to come visit us? Here are our top four tips to help!

1. Practice: Pull out the cat carrier several days ahead of time, and leave it open with treats inside. Or take your dog for a few car rides leading up to the appointment day.