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May is National Foster Care Month! Many of our furry patients are former fosters, or foster fails. Fostering fills a crucial gap for pets that need growth, healing, training, and/or socialization before they can be put up for adoption. If you’re an animal lover, you may want to consider fostering. This can be a very rewarding and enriching experience! Of course, this isn’t going to be right for everyone. A vet lists some things to … Read More
Chihuahua Appreciation Day is coming up on May 14th. These tiny dogs have some big hearts, and legions of devoted fans. Fido is quite popular, and consistently makes the AKC’s list of top 20 breeds. A vet lists some fun facts about the Chihuahua below. Tiny Dog The Chihuahua is one of the smallest dog breeds out there. According to breed standards, they should weigh no more than 6 pounds, though it’s not uncommon for … Read More
Have you ever come home and found that your canine pal has eaten your shoes, or chewed up your sofa? This may go beyond Fido’s natural need to chew. There’s actually a specific name for this behavior: pica. The whats, whens, and whys of pica in dogs can vary widely. A local vet offers some information on it below.\ Grass One of the most common forms of pica is eating grass. There are several possible … Read More
Today, March 1, is National Welsh Corgi Day! Fun, lovable, and affectionate, the Welsh Corgi is a wonderful pet, and definitely one worth celebrating. A vet discusses these lovable, fluffy pups in this article. Basics The Corgi is a small dog with a big heart. As the name suggests, Fido is originally from Wales. His name is taken from the words Cor, which means dwarf, and Ci, which means dog. Like many other herding dogs, … Read More
Happy New Year! Are you setting resolutions for the coming year? If so, your canine companion will be happy to cheer you on as you strive to meet them … even if he doesn’t understand your goals. Actually, there are quite a few things that don’t really make sense to Man’s Best Friend. Fido may want to sort some of them out this year. A local Greater Cincinnati vet lists some resolutions for confused dogs … Read More
November is Adopt A Senior Dog Month! Of course, there’s definitely no bad time to bring a new canine buddy into your home. Senior dogs do need some extra attention. They are really very cute and sweet, but they often have a hard time getting adopted. A Greater Cincinnati veterinarian discusses bringing Fido home below. Benefits of Senior Dogs There are many reasons to consider adopting an older dog. Fido isn’t going to need as … Read More
Pet Obesity Day is coming up October 13th. Obesity is literally a big problem among our canine pals. It’s also very dangerous! As you probably know, keeping Fido active is key to keeping him fit. A local Greater Cincinnati vet offers some advice on doggy workouts below. Walks This is probably the most popular workout for our canine friends. Even if Fido has a yard to run around in, he’ll still enjoy and benefit from … Read More
Is your canine pal starting to slow down a bit? Fido will always be a puppy at heart, but he will experience some changes as he ages, just as we will. While your pet may not be as energetic and playful as he was during his puppyhood, he’ll still both enjoy and benefit from regular play sessions. In this article, a Greater Cincinnati vet offers some tips on playing with a senior dog. Playground Choose … Read More
It’s Pet Fire Safety Day! Pets start over a thousand fires a year. Unfortunately, they are also often caught in house fires. Fires can start for a variety of reasons, some of which can’t be avoided or controlled. That said, there are things you can do to prevent the risk of your pet starting a fire, and help get them to safety if one does break out. A Greater Cincinnati vet offers some advice on … Read More
Independence Day is coming up fast! We know many of you are looking forward to getting together with family and friends this year. Our canine patients also love summer gatherings. They’re also quite prone to mischief, so you’ll need to take a few precautions to keep Fido cool, comfy, and safe. A local Greater Cincinnati vet offers some tips on this below. Early Curfew The noise and commotion of fireworks can send many pooches into … Read More