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Why Does My Cat Follow Me Around?

If you are the pet parent of a “Velcro cat,” you already know that felines don’t always live up to their fiercely independent reputation. When your cat follows you from room to room...

Posted: November 30, 2024

    Know the Warning Signs of Heat Stroke in Dogs

    For dog parents, summertime means long walks and afternoons at the park. It also means high temperatures, hot sidewalks, and a unique set of safety considerations. When the weather is hot,...

    Posted: July 15, 2024

      Why Do Dogs Eat Cat Poop?

      It’s a battle familiar to many people who share their home with both cats and dogs. Despite being generally well-mannered (and certainly well-fed), many dogs can’t resist the urge to...

      Posted: May 15, 2024

        4 Tips for Reducing Hairballs

        Cat owners know that otherworldly retching sound all too well. Most felines will experience a buildup of fur in their stomachs from time to time, and when it doesn’t pass through their...

        Posted: April 15, 2024

          Why is My Pet So Gassy?

          Gas happens, even to our pets. Dogs break wind an average of 5-20 times per day while cats average 1-2 toots — extremely modest compared to the human average of 12-25 daily incidents...

          Posted: March 31, 2024

            Prophylactic Gastropexy: What You Need to Know

            For humans, bloating is uncomfortable and inconvenient. For dogs, bloat is a life-threatening emergency. When a dog’s stomach fills with food, liquid, or gas, it rotates as it expands. For...

            Posted: February 29, 2024

            Dog Food Allergy Symptoms That May Surprise You

            You do your best to feed your dog a high-quality, nutritious diet. But what do you do when you begin to suspect that their food may be making your pet sick? Just like humans, dogs can develop...

            Posted: February 15, 2024

            7 Tips for Pet Safety in Raleigh Winter Weather

            Snow, sleet, and freezing rain fall on Huskies and Chihuahuas alike. While some pets have more of an affinity for winter weather, extreme temperatures come with risks for all dogs and cats. Before...

            Posted: January 31, 2024