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Pet Safety During the Holidays
From our family to yours, Happy Holidays! We thank you for your continued support. With the holiday season upon us, our furry friends are just as excited as we are. Below is a wonderful blog from Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital about pet holiday safety! Sometimes we have unknown hazards to our pets in our homes and not even know it this time of the year. Holiday Hazards for Pets, and How To Avoid Them Our night shifts in our veterinary ERs are all but silent nights during the holiday season. With so many new things brought into homes...
November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month!
Did you know that November is Adopt a Senior Pet month? Across country there are many senior dogs and cats looking for their fur ever homes. Here is a wonderful article below from Dogtime.com about adopting senior pets! Please also check out our great list of LOCAL shelters and rescues under the Pet Adoption tab! November is National Adopt A Senior Pet Month — a month dedicated to helping older pets find loving forever homes. Shelters and rescues across the country hope those looking to adopt a new furry friend will consider adding a senior pet to...
October is National Pet Wellness Moth
October is National Pet Wellness Month, a time dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of our beloved pets. This holiday was established in 2004 by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and Fort Dodge Animal Health. The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of preventive care for pets and to encourage pet owners to make regular wellness checkups a priority. Importance Our pets rely on us to provide them with the best care possible, and just like humans, they benefit from regular health screenings, balanced nutrition, and exercise. National Pet Wellness Month serves as an important reminder...
September Is National Service Dog Month
September is National Service Dog Month to honor all the hard working pups out there! Below is a wonderful article from https://www.dogtipper.com/pet-holidays/2023/08/national-service-dog-month.html to help educate about their training and to celebrate these amazing dogs! September marks National Service Dog Month, a time dedicated to celebrating and recognizing these extraordinary animals that transform lives daily. From guiding the visually impaired and detecting medical conditions to providing emotional support and assisting with mobility, service dogs exhibit unparalleled dedication and capabilities. This month, let’s honor their invaluable contributions, raise awareness about their training and roles, and express our gratitude for the profound impact...
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Like people, pet's need their immunizations also know as vaccinations in the pet world. Vaccinations are important to protect our pets from illnesses and diseases. You can talk with your vet on your next visit to see what will work best for you pet. Below is an article from https://springbranchvet.com/vaccines-for-pets/august-is-national-immunization-awareness-month-all-about-pet-vaccines/ explaining what vaccines are and how they can be benefits your pet's health and well being. What Are Vaccines? Vaccines are shots (or a nasal spray) that contain preparations to stimulate an immune response in your pet’s body against preventable diseases. After preparing a response to that bacteria...