Fun Summer Activities for the Whole Family (Fur Kids Included)

Fun Summer Activities for the Whole Family (Fur Kids Included)

Soon summer will be upon us, the kids will be out of school, and the hunt for local activities will become a weekly habit. Perhaps this year you have decided to consider the entire family in the fun, including the family dog. Whether you are planning a staycation or the ultimate road trip, we’ve compiled […]
Lost and Found: The Benefits of Microchipping Your Pet

Lost and Found: The Benefits of Microchipping Your Pet

Your best efforts to keep your pet safe and securely at home can quickly go awry. Luckily, posting forlorn “lost pet” posters around your neighborhood is not the only means of reuniting with Fluffy or Fido. Microchipping your pet is a safe and easy method to locating your lost or stolen pet, and we are […]
Warm Weather and Pet Water Safety

Warm Weather and Pet Water Safety

With the temps soaring and the sunscreen lathered on, many of us are hitting the pool or beaches in April this year (our apologies to friends and family back east). Swimming, BBQs, pool parties, and time on the water are made even more enjoyable with friends, including those of the canine variety.
Kids and Pet Care: One Big Happy Family

Kids and Pet Care: One Big Happy Family

Most pet lovers first connect with animals during childhood – and for many of us, the lasting impression of that experience endures far into adulthood. There’s no doubt that children and pets have a mutually beneficial relationship, but it’s not always one that comes automatically. With the right recipe of awareness, patience, time, and trust, […]
Rattlesnake Safety for Pets

Rattlesnake Safety for Pets

Most Californians are aware of the danger that rattlesnakes can pose, both to us and our pets. Rattlesnakes inject venom through their fangs into their prey (usually because they feel threatened), with deadly results. When their prey happens to be a curious pet, however; the consequences can be devastating. Are you taking the rattlesnake safety […]
My Pet Ate What?

My Pet Ate What?

Beware of Potential Pet Foreign Bodies Pets are known for ingesting all sorts of crazy things. Many times these objects pass through the gastrointestinal system without causing a problem. Other times, however, they can wreak havoc on the body. Why Pet Foreign Bodies Are a Problem A foreign body is simply an object that is […]
Practical Ways to Avoid Pet Poisoning This Fall

Practical Ways to Avoid Pet Poisoning This Fall

Accidental poisonings can occur throughout the year, but it’s not uncommon to see an increase in pet poisonings during the the fall. One reason is that our family pets may suddenly have easy access to specific toxic items in our kids’ backpacks once they are back in school. It seems that backpacks, which are often […]
Understanding Common Pet Vaccines and Why They Are Important

Understanding Common Pet Vaccines and Why They Are Important

Vaccinations have become something of a hot button topic over the past decade, with public fears and misinformation becoming media fodder. While not the most enthralling topic of conversation amongst pet owners, pet vaccines are one of the most important aspects of caring for your pet and ensuring his or her overall wellness and longevity. […]
Summer Heat Safety For Pets

Summer Heat Safety For Pets

The dog days of summer have arrived – and that means hot temperatures, hazy air, and a deep need to nap through the hottest part of the day. Summer heat also tends to drive us outdoors to play. Trips to the mountains or swimming in Folsom Lake can pry us out of our air conditioned […]
Fourth of July Pet Safety

Fourth of July Pet Safety

For many of us, the Fourth of July is the highlight of summer. The fun and festivities surrounding our Nation’s birth offer up a great opportunity to celebrate with friends and family, and it can be hard to resist leaving our pets behind on such a joyous day. Unfortunately, the Fourth of July is one […]