By Dr. Edele Grey From fires to floods, natural disasters seriously disrupt our lives in the blink of an eye. Worrying about our pets contributes to an already stressful situation. Being prepared with an evacuation kit can help reduce stress for both pet parents and pets.
More Thieves Are After Your Dog: Here’s How to Protect Them
The following report and tips are provided by a UK writer. We added some US & Canadian information for your convenience. Be careful out there! Prices for a new pup have stabilised at a higher level than before the pandemic at over £1300 (approximately $2200 CAD or $1650 USD), unfortunately making furry friends prime targets […]
Vets Share 7 Summer Health and Happiness Tips for Pets
NEW YORK – The Veterinary Emergency Referral Group (VERG), an emergency services and specialty medicine center in Brooklyn, is offering tips to pet owners to keep their beloved furry companions happy and healthy as the weather heats up during the summer.
Pet Toxicology Expert Warns of Summer Swimming Pool Dangers
Playful Pooch Plays Catch with Potentially Deadly Chlorine Tablet
Top 10 Human Medications That Poison Pets (Infographic)
Following are the top 10 human medications that poison pets, according to the Pet Poison Hotline (infographic below): Ibuprofen Antidepressants & anxiety medication Vitamin D3 Stimulants Acetaminophen Thyroid Hormone Medications Beta Blockers Allergy Medications Albuterol Sleep Aids MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — When your pet accidentally ingests one of your human medications, it can […]
Autumn Dangers and Delights for Dogs (Infographic)
Autumn is a wonderful season for dogs, but there are some dangers that come with the Fall. Medical emergencies aren’t just life threatening, but also expensive. It’s important to remind ourselves of these dangers as the seasons change, and look for ways to make Fall fun too.
Alarming Research Reveals the Top Causes of Pet Anxiety in 2022
EUGENE, Ore., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Green Element, an artisanal CBD company, has published new original research detailing alarming levels of pet anxiety in the U.S. along with explosive growth in anxiety in dogs over the past two years during COVID. The data, available here, presents findings on causes and types of anxiety in […]
Turtles and Tortoises are Terrible Holiday Gifts!
December 13, 2021 – Malibu, CA – American Tortoise Rescue, an international nonprofit rescue and sanctuary for turtle and tortoise protection, is asking consumers to not buy live animals, especially turtles and tortoises, as holiday gifts.
Top 10 Pandemic Pet Poisons (Infographic)
MINNEAPOLIS, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — While many of your favorite activities decreased or stopped during the COVID 19 pandemic, some people used the downtime to learn or enhance a skill, like baking, artwork or home improvement. This increase in the number of people doing new things came with a corresponding increase in the number of pandemic-related […]
Where You Live Can Increase Risk of Pets’ Toxic Exposure
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. Aug.18, 2021 – Summer and fall weather means more time outdoors for most Americans, and many pet owners love bringing their furry best friend with them. Whether working outside in the yard, or enjoying recreational activities such as swimming, hunting or fishing, pets are exposed to wide array of potential poisons they don’t […]