Canine Care Guides

New Puppy Check-List 

If you’re reading this, then you probably just brought a new puppy home, or you’re planning on bringing a new puppy home soon. Either way, congratulations! There’s nothing like a cute, fuzzy new addition to the family. 
While it’s important to start right in on the cuddling and training needed by a new puppy, it’s also crucial to get a head start on your puppy’s health...read more.

Protecting Your Dog From Fleas And Ticks 

Keeping fleas and ticks from biting your dog is a good way to protect him, and any humans around him, from many diseases. Some products protect against fleas only, while others protect against both ticks and fleas and may protect against additional parasites. Some will aim to kill these pests, but offer no prevention...read more. 

Chocolate Toxicity In Dogs

What you should know about chocolate and your pets...read more. 

Cold Weather Tips For Dogs 

Despite the popular misconception, fur alone is not enough to protect dogs from the elements. The fact is that, much like people, dogs have varying degrees of tolerance when it comes to temperature extremes. Even the hardiest breeds are susceptible to hypothermia and frostbite...read more. 

Xylitol Poisoning - A Common Sugar Substitute

Many sugar-free products contain Xylitol. So what exactly is this scary sounding chemical (pronounced zi-li-tol)? Xylitol is a sugar-free substance used as a sugar substitute. While it’s completely safe for humans, it results in a severe insulin release when ingested by non-primate species (e.g., dogs!)...read more. 

When To Bring Your Dog To The ER

Often times, as a pet owner, it’s hard to know whether your dog’s condition is a true medical emergency or not. Some signs that warrant you getting up in the middle of the night and getting to an emergency vet ASAP include: Difficulty breathing, which may be manifested as blue gums, coughing of foamy, pink frothy liquid, panting constantly, or stretching the head and neck out while breathing, Constant coughing and inability to rest through the night, A distended, “bloated” abdomen...read more.

Thunderstorm Anxiety 

Thunderstorm anxiety is a difficult, and often frightening, problem for dog parents to handle. A dog afraid of thunder can have a variety of reactions, from mild to extreme...read more.