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How to Avoid an Emergency Vet Visit this Thanksgiving.   Recognize and avoid these four holiday hazards to keep your pet out of the emergency room this Thanksgiving!   1. Bones   Dr. Andrea Harl of Premier Animal Wellness and Surgery in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma,...

Most pet owners probably know that senior pets need different kinds of care than younger ones, but did you know that early detection screening tests are a vital part of keeping your elderly pet healthy? Here are four reasons why regular screenings are so important. ...

Summertime means heat, humidity, and outdoor activities. For pet owners, it also means keeping a close eye on our furry friends to make sure they stay safe and healthy in the warm weather. One danger to watch for is heatstroke, which can be deadly if not treated...

When you take your pet for a swim in the pool, lake, or ocean, you may not be aware of the health hazards that can come from swimming in contaminated water. Several waterborne illnesses can affect pets, and some can even be deadly. By being aware of these illnesses...

With Fourth of July coming up, many pet owners are preparing for the influx of noise aversion their pets will experience. From loud fireworks to people singing and shouting outside, there are a number of things pet owners can do to help their pets cope. In this blog...

How to Decide What to Do with Your Pet During a Summer Vacation As your summer vacation draws near, you may be wondering what to do with your pet. Should you take them with you? Are they better off at a boarding facility? Maybe you should investigate pet sitters in...

When you adopt a shelter cat, there are a few things you can do to help them feel at home in their new surroundings. Here are three tips to help your new kitty adjust: #1: Give them time to settle in It can be scary to move somewhere new, especially for a cat. Since...

3 Reasons Why Every Pet Owner Should Have Their Pet Microchipped Is there any greater fear than the thought of losing your four-legged friend? No matter whether you live near a busy road, in the middle of a vast wilderness, or in a quiet suburb, you may worry about...

Cancer in Pets: What You Need to Know Despite incredible advancements in veterinary medicine, veterinary professionals are seeing more cancer in pets than ever before, which might be due in part to our furry companions’ longer lives. Overall, the American Veterinary...