As we gather to celebrate the holidays, Dr. Kenneth Drobatz, Chief of the Emergency Service at Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital, offers the following tips to keep your pets healthy and out of the emergency room this Thanksgiving: Festive foods Maintain your pet’s regular diet. Treats of turkey, ham, gravy, cookies, and other goodies can lead to …
A Pet Safe Holiday Guide
Braxton’s Animal Works wishes you and your family a very happy holiday season. Just a reminder that a little forethought can ensure a happy and healthy holiday. According to the ASPCA, pet parents should pay particular attention to the following items: Seasonal Plants and Decorations Trees: Securely anchor your Christmas tree so it doesn’t tip and fall, causing …
Last Minute Pet Gifts
Did you know that Americans are expected to spend over 60 billion dollars on their pets this holiday? According to a survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association, about half of dog owners and 39 percent of cat owners buy gifts for their pets for Christmas or Chanukah. That survey also revealed that dog …
4 Holiday Pet Safety Tips
As we get ready to celebrate the holidays this season, be sure to take precautions so that your four-legged family members are safe. Try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible; this stability helps your pet to feel safe and secure. Following these common sense tips …
Holiday Pet Safety
As we get ready to celebrate the holidays this season, be sure to take precautions so that your four-legged family members are safe. Try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible; this stability helps your pet to feel safe and secure. Following these common sense tips …
Curbing Pet Behavior Problems Over the Holidays
Ahh, the holidays! Although the holidays are supposed to be a time for food, fun, and celebration, often the change in routines and hectic schedules can become overwhelming. With all of the distractions and planning, it is easy to forget your furry companions. Follow these tips to make the holidays more relaxing for everyone, including …
Winter Holiday Pet Safety Tips
The holidays are a festive time and conjure thoughts of cookies, lights, and decorations. As we get ready to celebrate this season, be sure to take precautions so that your four-legged family members are safe. Try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible; this stability helps …