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Mosquito season is here!
Did you know mosquito eggs can lay dormant for months in cold temperatures? This post includes the life-cycle of the mosquito and why we all need to be concerned, especially when it comes to our pets!
Facts you may not know about heartworm!
The veterinary community educates a lot about heartworm because it’s such a life-altering, prevalent disease and so easy to prevent. Within this post there are some lesser-known facts you may not have heard before!
Heartworm prevention is year round! Here’s why.
Heartworm prevention needs to be a year round activity! Why? There’re several reasons– read on for things to consider.
Cats and Pyrethroid/Pyrethrin insecticides
Pyrethroid and Pyrethrin are two ingredients that are commonplace in flea and tick medications for dogs. These two chemicals are toxic to cats. We give you some tips for avoiding cat exposure in a household with both cats and dogs.
Rodenticide and Insecticide toxicity
As the weather gets warmer, rodents and insects become more active outside. Take care to prevent your pet’s exposure to the chemicals commonly used to deal with pests.
Educational Seminar with Idexx and Zoetis tonight!
We’re hosting an educational seminar tonight (3-16-16) at 6:30, presented by Idexx and Zoetis on a new in-house test for ticks and a vaccine for Lyme disease. Seating is limited, call to register!
Be careful with spring fertilizers
Warmer weather will soon be here! If you’re thinking about venturing out be aware that the plant fertilizers you use can cause harm to you pets. Depending on pet size and from a secondary source, small quantities may not cause much harm but directly from the bag or once first applied is another matter!
Pet toxins: indoor/outdoor plants such as “dumb cane”
Is it possible that unbeknownst to you, you have a few indoor plants that may be toxic to your pet? I did! What about common outdoor plants? This post provides information and resources to find out which plants are safe for your pet!
Pet toxins: human food/medications
We occasionally receive calls from people who suspect their dog or cat has ingested a toxic substance. Human medication and food are two categories that contain many potential hazard for your pets. We’ll talk about the most common offenders in these categories and list signs and symptoms of potential toxicity.
March is Poison Prevention Month!
Poison Prevention Week is in its 54th year! Check out this post to find out the top pet poison calls received by the Pet Poison Helpline.