Vet anxiety is something that pets experience on a regular basis. Just like when children don’t like to visit the dentist, pets don’t necessarily like to go the vet. Because animals can recognize where they are, they see the veterinary’s office as a place where they experience discomfort and pain at times. Fortunately, there are […]
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Keep Your Pet Safe This Independence Day
Posted on June 28th, 2017 by Kathy Fitzpatric
The Fourth of July is one of the most celebrated summer holidays. Who doesn’t love an excuse to take a day off of work to celebrate the birth of our nation? But while you and your friends and family spend the day at the beach, have a backyard barbecue, or watch a fireworks display over […]
Travel Safely With Your Pets
Posted on June 16th, 2017 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Summer is a season for traveling; whether you are planning a road trip or flying somewhere, you will need to decide if you are bringing your pet. If you decide not to, you will need to find a sitter, particularly if you have a dog. However, if you do decide to bring your pet along […]
A Dog and Your Apartment
Posted on May 25th, 2017 by Kathy Fitzpatric
When you live in Chicago, you may think that owning a dog is impossible until you live in a house. However, as long as you live in an apartment that allows dogs, and you will be home often enough or can pay a dog walker, there are many dog breeds that are perfect for apartments! […]
Parasite Prevention
Posted on May 11th, 2017 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Though most dislike winters that include extreme cold or piles and piles of snow, it does help decrease the amount of fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes during the summer. A mild Chicago winter was pleasant, but now it is especially important to get your pet the parasite prevention he or she needs! Fortunately, Portage Park Animal […]