Choosing the correct diet for your pet relies heavily on how to read and interpret a pet food label. Pet food labels can be confusing with myriad terms, ingredients, and nutritional claims. Attempting to decipher this information can be a lesson in frustration. That’s why our All Breed Pet Care team breaks down pet food [...]
As the back-to-school season approaches, many households experience significant routine changes that can impact pets’ emotional well-being because they thrive on consistency and can become stressed or anxious when their people are no longer home as much. Our All Breed Pet Care team offers important considerations to help your four-legged friend remain happy and stress-free [...]
French Bulldogs are known for their charming bat-like appearance and friendly, goofy personalities, which have made them one of the American Kennel Club’s (AKC) most popular breeds. However, the Frenchie’s smushed-in face and characteristic features can leave them prone to health issues. The All Breed Pet Care team shares what Frenchie owners should know to [...]
Pet owners must take precautions to protect their furry pals from heat-related dangers as the Indiana temperatures increase this summer. All pets are at risk for heat-related illnesses, including deadly heatstroke, especially during transitional periods that leave little time to acclimate to changing weather. The All Breed Pet Care team provides a detailed guide to [...]
It’s time to dust off the grill and bug spray as we prepare to celebrate July Fourth. However, while this may be an exciting time for pet owners to gather with friends and family, you must remember that this holiday can be stressful and dangerous for your pet. Many pet owners are concerned about keeping [...]
Inappropriate elimination is one of cat owners’ top frustrations, with this common problem cited as the leading cause of surrender to animal shelters. However, inappropriate urination is typically not your cat’s fault, and they certainly never do it out of spite. Myriad health, hygiene, and environmental factors can be at play, contributing to this inappropriate [...]
If you keep a well-stocked pet first aid kit, know how to administer pet CPR, and include your dog or cat in your disaster preparedness plan, bravo! You’re ready to deal with many emergencies your pet might encounter. The only thing better is preventing emergencies from occurring in the first place. Our veterinary team at [...]
Is your pet scratching more than usual? If so, they have a lot of company. Problematic itchiness in dogs and cats becomes especially noticeable in the spring, when fleas and ticks are increasingly active and environmental allergens, like pollen, are in the air. Excessive itching is also among the top reasons for veterinary visits. A [...]
If medicating your pet sometimes feels like a jiu-jitsu match, you are not alone. Many pets resist taking their medications, but drugs are necessary to manage disease, alleviate pain, and fight infection. Using patience and helpful tools, you can teach your reluctant rover or feisty feline to take their medications. Our All Breed Pet Care [...]
Protecting your pet against heartworm disease is a concerted effort that includes parasite prevention and risk control. Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms infiltrating the blood vessels, heart, and lungs. Just one infected mosquito’s bite can transmit microscopic heartworm larvae to your pet. Because of heartworm disease’s possible life-threatening consequences, [...]
