Murphy’s Law states that accidents will always happen at the most inopportune time, or at least after the vet’s normal business hours. For some home remedies, which may prove to be cheaper than a visit to the vet, the following suggestions may help. Minor Cuts, Burns And Scrapes Rinse the affected area with warm water and a small amount of hydrogen peroxide. Bag Balm is a great product to have on hand for animals as well as people. Not only does it protect the area it’s also a great antiseptic. It can be used for dry skin, cuts, burns, dry skin and even areas affected by mange after it has been treated. Bag Balm comes in a green tin and can be found at most pharmacies. Veterinarians also carry it but it can be a little bit more expensive than purchasing from a store. It also comes in a plastic [...] Read more »

With spring here and summer not far away we’ll be spending more time outdoors and our pets will be there with us. There are many things that your pets can get into that could prove to be very unhealthy…even deadly…for them so it’s a good idea to take some time to pet proof your yard, lawn and storage areas. Dr. Jennifer Bolser has posted some tips for this and here they are: General Recommendations Safe storage: Store all fertilizers, chemicals, tools, etc. in closed cabinets or/and in pet proof containers. Don’t leave bags out for dogs to chew through. Keep all products well-labeled, ideally in the original package. Before purchasing and using, we recommend that you read all labels to understand potential precautions that should be taken and to keep labels for reference if you need to call your vet or poison control. Safe design: Planning a garden overhaul or [...] Read more »

Independence day is almost here and most of us are looking forward to that long weekend when we can celebrate and have fun with our friends and families. Fireworks, food, drink and having a good time are all on the agenda. While we want to include everyone we love in our celebrations, don’t extend the invitation to your pet dogs. Why it makes sense to not include your pet in the holiday celebrations Our four legged friends don’t enjoy fourth of July celebrations as much as we do. Most dogs are afraid of that time of the year when there is a lot of loud noise and startling lights. In fact, you will find most of them trying to get under the couch or bed to get away from all the commotion. Dogs are worse than cats in this respect and will be extremely edgy around this time of the [...] Read more »

Your children see a wet nosed puppy being walked down the street or a furry kitten at a friend’s home and all of a sudden the ‘I want a pet’ assault begins. You are rolling your eyes, wondering about all the extra maintenance you will be stuck doing. The kids will get taxied to and from school, sports and ballet as you worry about whether the family pet was fed, walked, locked out of the room they enjoy destroying and so on. Teaching your children how to live with a pet is essential to not only learning proper behavior and grooming but to shouldering much of the hard work often bestowed upon a parent. Abuse and Warning Signs There have been some theories connecting excessive childhood animal cruelty with a possible onset of psychosis. This does not mean that your child is in this category but when it comes to [...] Read more »

We all love our pets. They not only become valued members of the family, they also become very close to our hearts, so keeping them safe and happy is a priority. Here, we’ve got a number of suggestions for keeping your pet safe, secure and happy. From choosing the right fencing option for big dogs that require secure colorbond fencing, to making sure your pet has appropriate outdoor shelter, no pet owner should miss these tips: Fencing in your backyard Even if your pet may spend a lot of time inside, it will also (most likely if it’s a dog or cat) be spending lots of time in your backyard or outdoor area as well. This means that you need to secure your yard so that your dog can’t escape, and no one can get in. For big dogs that can jump fences a sturdy colorbond fence is a great [...] Read more »