Keeping My Animals Happy

  • Where To Get Preventative Medical Care For Your Pet When You're On A Budget

    5 February 2018

    If you've ever taken your pet to the animal clinic, you know just how costly it can be. Veterinary expenses are no joke and if your pet needs medical help because of an emergency, you might find yourself struggling to come up with the funds to pay for the visit. However, while it may seem perfectly natural to go to the vet when your pet is in dire pain, what about their regular care?

  • 5 Things You Need To Know About Traveling With Your Dog

    31 January 2018

    If you're considering sharing your home and life with a canine companion, you're undoubtedly anticipating many long years of fun and happiness with your future furry friend. You're probably even thinking that your new pal will travel with you. Although traveling pets can be enjoyable and rewarding for both owners and their pets, there are certain things new pet owners should know to help circumvent traveling turning into tragedy. Following are five of them.

  • 5 Different Options For Keeping Ticks Off Your Dogs

    29 January 2018

    Even if you don't live out in the woods, you are still going to need to protect your pets against ticks. Ticks can be present in urban as well as rural environments. There are lots of ways to protect your dog against pets; the key is to find the right tick prevention method for you and your dog. Spot Treatment One of the most common types of treatment for keeping ticks off your dog is spot treatment.

  • Recently Adopted A Senior Cat? 3 Ways A Visit To The Vet Can Help

    25 January 2018

    Adopting a senior cat is a great thing to do since they're often adopted at a much a lower rate than younger cats due to people's desire to have a young and active cat. When adopting a senior cat, there are a number of benefits such as them being litter box trained already, but you need to consider the fact that they could have some health issues due to their age.

  • Moving To The Cold With Your Hairless Cat? 3 Reasons To Visit The Vet First

    25 January 2018

    Moving to a cold climate can be difficult to adjust to for a lot of people, but especially if you have a hairless cat that can get cold quite easily. If you're concerned that your hairless cat could be too cold once you've moved, it's a good idea to visit the vetrinarian so that you can get specialized advice to prepare for the transition to living in a colder climate.

  • Three Myths About Fleas And Your Pet

    24 January 2018

    Few insects are as pesky as fleas. Fleas live on your pet, biting them and making them miserable. And when you have fleas in your home, they bite you and make you itch, too! Keeping fleas away requires close care and attention to detail. Sadly, there are some unfortunate myths that float around about fleas and your pets, and these myths may sabotage your flea prevention efforts. Here are a few such myths and the truth they are hiding.

  • Cold Weather Dog Care Tips

    23 January 2018

    When winter comes, it's easy to overlook the needs of your furry companion. Many people assume that because dogs have a nice warm fur coat, they don't really need much extra attention during the winter months. However, dogs can be affected by winter weather, just as much as people can. Extreme temperatures can lead to a visit to the pet hospital--not ideal! Here are some simple cold weather care tips to help your dog feel happy and healthy all winter long.

  • 3 Reasons To Schedule A Dental Appointment For Your Dog

    23 January 2018

    Dental appointments for your dog are one of the most vital parts of keeping your dog in the best possible health, but they are also very much neglected by many dog owners. Listed below are just a few of the reasons to schedule a dental appointment for your dog. It Can Keep Your Dog In Better Health The main reason to schedule a dental appointment for your dog is that it can keep your dog in better health.

  • Three Natural Ways To Ease Your Dog's Arthritis Pain

    23 January 2018

    If your dog has developed arthritis pain as he or she has aged, then there are medications you can give for relief. But what if your dog, like so many, is sensitive or allergic to these medications? Thankfully, there are other ways to provide your beloved pet with the relief he or she deserves. Here are three natural ways to ease your dog's arthritis pain. Acupressure Acupressure involves applying pressure to specific points along your dog's body in order to alter the flow of energy through these points.

  • Four Things To Do After Adopting A Shelter Dog

    21 January 2018

    Adopting a dog from a shelter can be a great way to give an animal a new lease on life. However, there are a few things you should plan to do in the days and weeks after getting your new buddy. Use this guide to give your shelter rescue the right foundation for a happy, healthy life with you. Schedule A Vet Visit While some shelters provide basic veterinary care for animals before they are adopted, it's a good idea to take your dog to the local animal hospital for a checkup.