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• posted: Dec. 02, 2023

Dealing with Pet Loss During the Holidays                Losing a pet any time of year can be a heartbreaking experience but when it happens around Read More

• posted: Nov. 26, 2023

Novel Respiratory Illness in Dogs                Reports of a new respiratory illness in dogs began circulating in the news this month. What is causing it Read More

• posted: Nov. 17, 2023

Thanksgiving Feast: Yay or Nay for Pets?      We’re just days away from the feast of all feasts: Thanksgiving! While it may be tempting to share holiday meals with our Read More

• posted: Nov. 11, 2023

Those Darn Dewclaws!                Most dogs and cats have small claws on the inside surface of their front legs called dewclaws which are a bit Read More

• posted: Oct. 28, 2023

Why Do Cats Like Catnip?                Many cats go wild over catnip, but others seem indifferent to this herb that is part of the mint Read More

• posted: Oct. 22, 2023

Beware of These Halloween Hazards!                It’s Halloween! While fun for humans, people in costumes, noises and commotion by the door, and the tempting treats Read More

• posted: Oct. 07, 2023

Are These Bugs Toxic to Pets?                Halloween is coming and is synonymous with creepy crawly critters. Cool weather often drives insects and spiders indoors Read More

• posted: Sep. 29, 2023

How to Train Your Cat                Cats are known for being somewhat independent and free-spirited—they often march to their own drum and can be a Read More

• posted: Sep. 23, 2023

Glaucoma in Pets                Glaucoma occurs when the pressure inside the eye increases which leads to pain and loss of vision.  Glaucoma is a relatively Read More

• posted: Sep. 15, 2023

Dog Park Etiquette                Taking your dog to a dog park can be a lot of fun and a great way to have your pup Read More

• posted: Sep. 03, 2023

Upper Respiratory Infections                Upper respiratory infections are common in cats and dogs.  Upper respiratory infection basically refers to an infection of the sinus but Read More

• posted: Sep. 03, 2023

Snake Bites                Venomous snakes are uncommon in Pennsylvania, but both timber rattlesnakes and copperheads can be found in York County.  What should you do Read More

• posted: Aug. 26, 2023

Does My Pet Need Probiotics?                Probiotics seem to be all the rage these days. But what are they, really, and how might they benefit Read More

• posted: Aug. 20, 2023

What’s Making My Pet Itchy?                August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month.  Itching can be caused by many things.  Scratching can cause redness, irritation and Read More

• posted: Aug. 12, 2023

Why Vaccinate My Pet?                Vaccines are an important part of keeping pets healthy and in preventing many diseases that may not only make our Read More

• posted: Aug. 06, 2023

                                                Five Hot Weather Hazards: How to Read More