Dental Month!

February is Dental Month! In the spirit of all things teeth we would like to start the celebration a little early! We will be offering 10% off Dental Prophylaxis Throughout the remainder of January until the end of February!! Dental hygiene is one of the most important, yet most overlooked, aspects of our pets’ health and well-being. Dental disease is much more than just bad breath. Aside from constant lingering pain and inflammation, dental disease can have severe adverse effects on vital organs such as the liver, kidneys, and heart. Bacteria from diseased teeth can enter the blood stream, and…

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Winter Worries: Outdoor Cats

“I’ve got to get home- Oh, baby, you’ll freeze out there”. The cats you see outdoors may not necessarily be strays; these cats may be your neighbor’s outdoor kitty out for a romp in the snow. Regardless of where the cat came from it’s important to remember during these cold winter months that cats depend on people for their warmth and survival during the winter months. Even if your cat is used to being outdoors you may need to take a few extra steps to ensure their safety during the winter. Keeping Warm in the Hood As the days get…

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Winter Worries: Poisonous Poinsettias

Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa-la-la-la-la…Wait Fido don’t eat that! Bright ornamental plants are a great way to brighten up the house during the holiday but some of these plants can be extremely toxic for our furry friends. Because of our pets curious natures they may feel compelled to sample some of the new greens being placed around the house which can lead to gastrointestinal upset or blockage and could even lead to seizures, coma or death if enough is ingested. Poinsettia plants Poinsettias are a very popular Christmas plant during the holidays. Many people associate this plant…

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