Mar 13, 2017 | By Species, By Topic, Care & Wellness, Cats, Dogs
Mosquitoes are the source of heartworm infections. So, if there’s snow on the ground, why are you still giving your dog heartworm prevention medicine? The simplest answer is that weather changes quickly, and mosquitos can wake up pretty quickly after a thaw. The...
Jul 1, 2016 | By Species, By Topic, Care & Wellness, Dogs, Emergency Situations, Infectious Diseases, Parasites
It’s finally summer! Both pets and owners alike are anxious to get outdoors and enjoy the sun. Unfortunately, warm weather wakes up plenty of hazards. Ticks are out in full force, mosquitos are abuzz, and larger wildlife roams in search of food. A single run, swim,...
Jan 30, 2015 | By Species, By Topic, Care & Wellness, Cats, Dogs, Parasites
Most dog owners realize the necessity of giving heartworm prevention to prevent a life threatening condition from dramatically affecting their dogs. Unfortunately, some confusion seems to arise when giving the once-a-month preventatives. Heartworm disease is a...
