Living in the beautiful city of Chicago has a lot of perks: the bean, deep dish pizza, Garrett’s popcorn, and so much more. But there is something else lurking that we don’t necessarily want – raccoons and rats. Although Pocahontas and Ratatouille are great Disney films that teach us that Meeko and Remy are friends […]
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3 Signs Your Cat Needs a Vet Visit
Posted on October 4th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
With humans, it’s easy to tell when a visit to the doctor is necessary. However, with cats, the signs that something is wrong may be subtler. They instinctively hide their pain as a defense mechanism to survive in the wild. As pet owners, it is important that we are aware of our pet’s behaviors, so […]
A Ruff Time for Everyone
Posted on October 1st, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
We know getting back into the routine of school and all the fall-related activities can be a stressful time for parents. But don’t forget about our furry friends. After a summer full of fun in the sun, our pets have become accustomed to having extra attention from us during the warm months. Adjusting to the […]
Celebrate National Dog Day on August 26th!
Posted on August 14th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
If you didn’t know that August 26th is National Dog Day, you do now! Whether you have a dog of your own or you’re celebrating from afar, use this day to celebrate all of the special four-legged friends in your life. The goal of National Dog Day is to celebrate all dogs regardless of breed, […]
Keeping Your Pet Safe in the Heat
Posted on July 11th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Imagine how quickly you overheat on a warm summer day. Now imagine enduring those temperatures as an animal! With temperatures climbing consistently into the 80s and 90s in the Chicagoland area, now is an important time to make sure that your pet is healthy and safe. Here are some hot-weather safety tips from our vet […]
