These tiny, spiky seeds can cause BIG problems. š¾ What is a grass awn? Grass awns are hairy, bristle-like, appendages that grow from the ear/flower of barley, rye, and other grasses, and typically flower in June and July. They are also known as foxtails due to their long, unbranched, spike-like flowerheads. Some other colloquial namesContinue reading “Grass awns, weed seeds, foxtails, OH MY!! š”
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šØ June is National Pet Preparedness Month ā
Use these tips to create a plan for your pets before disaster strikes. As weāve all experienced this year, disaster can happen out of nowhere and have an impact on not only our lives, but our pets as well. These situations are almost impossible to predict, but you can prepare for the unexpected by stayingContinue reading “šØ June is National Pet Preparedness Month ā”
Prepare your pets for flea and tick season!
Learn how to protect you and your pets from these pesky parasites š No one wants to worry about fleas or ticks being brought into their home from their furry best friend. Not only are they unwanted, but they pose health risks for you and your animals. Did you know that they do more thanContinue reading “Prepare your pets for flea and tick season!”
Easter Safety Tips š£š°
If you are planning to celebrate Easter, donāt forget some of these important safety tips from ASPCA for your furry friends. 1. Chocolate – This yummy treat for humans can cause gastrointestinal upset, pancreatitis, stimulation to the nervous system (hyperactivity, tremors and seizures) and elevation in heart rate for animals. Not all chocolate is created equal andContinue reading “Easter Safety Tips š£š°”
A Pharmacy at Your FingertipsāOrder Your Petās Medications Through Our Hospital App
āOh no,ā you groan, as you realize you forgotāagaināto stop by our hospital on your way home from work to pick up your petās heartworm preventive. You quickly set a reminder on your phone for tomorrow, since itās after hours, and flop into bed, feeling guilty that your petās heartworm prevention is falling further behindContinue reading “A Pharmacy at Your FingertipsāOrder Your Petās Medications Through Our Hospital App”
Cold Weather Pet Care
Youāre probably already aware of the dangers that pets face during the hot summer months, but did you know there are just as many dangers during the cold winter months? Pets are susceptible to frost bite and hypothermia just like we are and can be injured from chemicals that are used to combat the freezingContinue reading “Cold Weather Pet Care”
You Got a New Pet for the Holidays, Now What?
There is so much planning that goes into adding a new pet to the family. What type of pet, the breed, where to get the pet from, housing or bedding needs, food and more. After all this careful planning you may find yourself asking, what do I do once I get the pet? There canContinue reading “You Got a New Pet for the Holidays, Now What?”
5 Pet Myths: Debunked!
Is a dogās mouth cleaner than a humanās mouth? Do cats always land on their feet? There are plenty of adages and myths surrounding our furry friends. Sometimes thesemisconceptions can impact their health and lives. Letās take a look at some commonmyths about pets. Myth 1: Dogs eat grass only when they are sick Truth:Continue reading “5 Pet Myths: Debunked!”
Fall Dangers and Your Pet
There is a chill in the air, the kids are back to school (virtual or in-person), weāve put our white pants away and started unpacking our sweaters and sweatshirts.Ā Pumpkin spice is everywhere you turn and before long the leaves are going to change color and start falling.Ā Autumn is a favorite season for manyContinue reading “Fall Dangers and Your Pet”
Why is my Dog so Itchy!?!?
One of the most common calls we receive during the summer is related to itchy dogs.Ā It seems like this time of year is the height of skin problems in our area. An itchy dog can present in several different ways, including scratching, rubbing, licking, hair loss, body odor and ear problems. So, that bringsContinue reading “Why is my Dog so Itchy!?!?”