As the weather gets warmer, dogs tend to spend more time outdoors. While spring is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your furry friend, it is also a season when you need to be extra vigilant about their safety. Spring comes with its own set of dangers for dogs, and as a responsible pet owner, you should be…
The hot and humid summer weather is underway in New Jersey. Pools are opening up. Beaches are packed. The creaks of the boardwalks might be ringing in your ears. Humans love this time of the year. Sadly, dogs have mixed emotions about the summertime. Dogs enjoy sunbathing and rolling around in the grass but don’t do well with the heat.…
The Fourth of July celebrations are one of the most joyous times of the summer. The weather is in full swing, barbecues are underway, and fireworks are being set off throughout the weekend. It is truly an awesome way to celebrate the country we live in. For our dogs, this can be one of the most stressful times. The loud…
Heatstroke is one of the many concerns pet owners face during the summer. Whether you own dogs or cats, heatstroke can cause a series of problems that could compromise your pet’s long-term health. With many diseases and illnesses, timing is everything. If you are not able to catch your pet overheating quickly enough, it will result in a stricter obstacle…
Fleas and ticks should always be on your radar as a pet owner. Fleas and ticks are on the prowl year-round, but amp up their activity as temperatures start to rise. Certain areas of the United States are more prone to having flea and tick problems. Generally, flea and tick season starts in early to mid-spring. In the south, states…