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Healthy Teeth, Healthy Heart: Why Dental Care Matters
February is often associated with love, thanks to Valentine’s Day, and that makes it a perfect time to show extra care to the pets who mean so much to us. While treats and cuddles are always appreciated, one of the most meaningful ways to support your pet is by focusing on their health from the inside out. Dental health and heart health may seem like separate topics, but they are closely connected and both play a major role in your pet’s overall wellness.
Preventive Care Explained: How Small Steps Make a Big Difference
When was the last time your pet saw the veterinarian for a checkup, not because they were sick, but just to stay healthy? Preventive care is one of the most important ways to give your pet a longer, happier life. It’s not about doing one big thing. It’s about the small, consistent steps that help avoid bigger health problems later on.
The Busy Holiday Season: Making Time for Your Pets
The holidays are full of sparkle, laughter, travel, and to-do lists a mile long. As joyful as this season can be, it often means busier schedules and less time for everyday routines. In the middle of the holiday rush, it's easy to overlook one very important family member: your pet.
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Acute moist dermatitis, more commonly known as hot spots, occurs due to a bacterial infection on your pet’s skin. Your dog or cat will naturally bite, chew, lick or scratch his skin in response to an irritant. Unfortunately for your pet, this tends to increase rather than decrease his discomfort. Anal gland disease, allergies to fleas or food ingredients, mange, tick bites, and inadequate grooming are the primary causes of hot spots in companion animals.
Hot, humid weather can cause excess skin moisture that in turn causes hot spots to develop. It’s especially important to check your pet’s skin for evidence of hot spots now that the weather is consistently warm.