Heartworm is serious business. It’s a disease that can kill a dog, but it’s also one that’s entirely preventable. It’s also a lot more prevalent than most people think, even way up north here in Chicago. In fact, the average vet clinic in our area reports 6 to 25 cases a year. Dogs catch heartworms from mosquitos. When […]
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Is your pet protected from heartworm disease?
Posted on March 14th, 2016 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Summer is just around the corner! Worms in your garden…and worms in your pet? Eeew! Hold on, let’s explain… The worms you find in your garden mulch are not the same worms that cause heartworm disease in pets. Mosquitoes carry heartworms. And all it takes is one mosquito to bite your pet to become infected. […]
Outdoor Winter Pet Hazards
Posted on January 4th, 2016 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Exposure to extreme winter temperatures, snow, and chemicals can be harmful to pets. Learn the risks that your pet faces and arm yourself with tips for a safe winter season. Also check out our tips to help winter-proof your dog’s paws. Toxic Salt And De-Icers Do you take your boots off before entering the home? […]
Neighbors helping neighbors
Posted on November 30th, 2015 by Kathy Fitzpatric
It could happen to anyone. You’ve always taken good care of your pet; regular exams, vaccines, bloodwork. Then suddenly your dog gets injured at the park, your cat eats a needle and thread and you’re faced with the unexpected expense of emergency surgery. While medical costs are an unavoidable responsibility of owning a pet, an […]
