Pet Care Tips

Pet Care Tips

VACCINATE

Schedule exam appointments annually for your pet, and get the necessary vaccinations to prevent serious illness and potentially fatal diseases from spreading, including Parvo for dogs and Feline Panleukopenia virus for cats.

MICROCHIP

Statistics show that one in three pets become lost at some point in their lives—that’s more than enough reason to microchip your pet. Once microchipped, be sure to register your information with the chip company. This important step can be a devastating miss if your pet is recovered by a helpful community member, but they can’t find a way to reunite him or her with you.

SPAY AND NEUTER

Spaying and neutering is important to curbing the pet homelessness crisis. Also, pets won’t go into heat and males are less likely to spray areas of your home. Spayed female pets have a decreased risk of developing breast tumors and uterine infections, and neutered male pets have a lower chance of testicular cancer and prostate problems.

NUTRITION

Feeding your pet good quality food helps prevent health problems now and in the future, and makes a big difference in their quality of life. Today, many more pet foods options have unrefined, minimally processed ingredients without by-products or fillers. Purchase food that contains vegetables, fruits, whole grains, healthy fats, and proteins.

PET BREED

Do your research on specific breeds when looking to adopt a new pet. Ensuring their temperament, size, and energy level are a good match for you and your family is key. Having to rehome a pet because they aren’t a good fit can be traumatic for them. Simple research can avoid the disappointment for you both.

LOST PETS

If you come across a lost pet, take it to be scanned for a chip. Veterinarian clinics and pet stores like Petco have scanners. Lost and Found Pet pages on Facebook allow you to post about the lost animal. Be aware of suspicious people with possible ill intentions. Partner with a rescue organization or shelter for the best guidance.

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