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The Enormous Benefits of Enrichment Activities, Toys, and Treats for Pets

The back-to-school transition period can be hard on pets who quickly get used to all of their people being home for the summer. Dogs, cats, birds, and small animals (and people!) alike thrive on mental and physical stimulation. By providing them with appropriate enrichment resources, we can ensure their overall well-being, even through seasons of change. Here are three big reasons why pet-friendly activities, toys, and treats are essential to our furry friends. 1. Mental Stimulation: Enrichment activities are crucial for engaging

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Summertime Tips from Rachel

Now that we’re nearing summer, we wanted to corral some of our “summer time tips” videos in one place! Whether you are a Florida native or a newbie to the area, pets need special care in our long summer months. Hurricane Preparedness This is an important topic in our area – did you know many hurricane shelters are not pet friendly? Do you have a hurricane plan that includes your pets? Car Safety Taking a road trip with your pets or

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Keeping Your Pets Cool and Comfortable This Summer

It’s hot out there! While we love some heat, it can be a bit much in Florida. Here’s how to help your pets chill out in the summer months. 1. Keep the Drinks Flowing Pets need water, and lots of it, so always have full water bowls around the house and yard or they may be attracted to other sources of water that might not be so clean! Add ice cubes for a refreshing twist: think of it as their own little

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First Aid Tips for Pet Owners

Pets are family, and just like with any loved one, being prepared for emergencies is crucial. In this blog post, we cover essential first aid techniques every pet owner should know. From minor injuries to more serious situations, let’s make sure our furry companions get the care they need when it matters most. Basic First Aid Always have a first aid kit on hand. Include the number for animal poison control (888-426-4435 or 24/7 – 855-886-7965), your vet’s phone number, an emergency vet’s phone

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The Importance of Flea and Tick Prevention

As pet lovers, we all aim for nothing but the best for our furry friends. With spring blooming around us, it also ushers in something a lot less pleasant: the “tick”ing time bomb of the flea and tick population. In the Sunshine state, flea and tick prevention is a year-round chore. Up north, as the thaw of spring sets in, these tiny pests wake up – kicking off their season of egg-laying and looking for hosts. These tiny parasites can

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Home delivery subscription pet food: as paw-some as it seems?

Subscription-based services have increased in popularity over the past several years. You can sign up for a bevy of things from workout classes to razors to wine, and you’ve likely even seen ads for subscription fresh pet food services. Like human food delivery services such as Hello Fresh or Blue Apron, you sign up for a plan, answer some questions about your pet, and these fresh pet foods are delivered in bulk to your home in large temperature-controlled boxes. Is fresh food something you should consider for your

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Safe Spring Cleaning with Pets Around

Get out the vinegar and buckets: it’s spring and the time for cleaning is here! While necessary to maintain a home, that rejuvenating feeling of a thorough deep clean can inadvertently create a potential hazard to our furry family members. The ingredients that make disinfectants effective make them toxic to pets. With this in mind, there are measures you can take to help keep your pets safer while sprucing: Storing Cleaning Products Safely Pets are curious (and let’s face it – some

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Enjoy Easter with your pets – safely!

Easter is one of the most exciting holidays for pet and human parents. The opening of the baskets! The visiting of the bunny! The egg hunt! New toys! We hope you have a fun and meaningful holiday this Easter. We will be closed to allow our staff to enjoy the holiday with their friends and family. We wanted to remind our beloved community to take steps to keep their pets safe from the following hoppin’ holiday hazards: Easter baskets Children’s Easter baskets should

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Tips for Hiring Trustworthy Care for Your Furry Friends

The first full week of March is National Professional Pet Sitter’s Week, recognizing professional pet sitters around the world and thanking them for their hard work and dedication during the past year. If you’re an overprotective pet parent like we are, or if you have a pet that requires significant expert care, trusted pet sitters can be lifesavers and become like extended family. Knowing your four-legged companions are getting the TLC they deserve makes it just a little bit easier

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February is National Pet Dental Health Month

There is much to celebrate in February, from glorious Florida weather, to Valentine’s Day, and more. February also happens to be National Pet Dental Health Month. Dental health is vital to a pet’s overall health, as mouth issues can lead to more serious secondary diseases, like heart or kidney disease. The American Veterinary Dental Society estimates that up to 80% of dogs and 70% of cats will develop some form of oral disease by age three. Read on to learn

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