Is your child begging for a pet? These can be tricky waters to navigate. Pets can be very beneficial to kids: they can teach children about responsibility, kindness, and compassion. However, it’s not uncommon for children to lose interest in that pet they really, really wanted … leaving the animal’s care to the parents. Believe it or not, a frog may be a great solution. A Covington, GA vet discusses frogs for kids below. Benefits … Read More
It’s Happy Cat Month! Our feline friends may act aloof at times, but these lovable furballs actually are very emotional. Fluffy’s mental and emotional well-being play a huge role not just in her physical health, but also in her overall happiness and quality of life. Here, a local Covington, GA vet answers some questions about happy kitties. How Can You Tell If Your Cat Is Happy? Our feline buddies can be a bit complicated. There … Read More
July is Adopt A Rescued Rabbit Month! Rabbits are great pets! They actually are fairly easy keepers, once you have the basics down. Like any other animal, they do need a good diet to thrive. A local Covington, GA vet lists some safe and unsafe options below. Unsafe Produce The list of unsafe fruits and veggies includes avocado, bamboo shoots; dried, raw, lima, kidney, and soy beans; cabbage; chocolate; coffee; corn; dog/cat food; grains; meat; … Read More
Guinea pigs are becoming very popular pets, and with good reason: they’re adorable, gentle, and lots of fun. Cavies don’t need a lot of daily care, but they will need regular baths. A Covington, GA vet discusses bathing these little furballs below. Supplies It’s best to have everything that you will need ready and waiting before you begin. For shampoo, you can use Guinea pig shampoo or an unscented, unmedicated kitten shampoo. You’ll also need … Read More
Summer isn’t far off now! Lots of people enjoy cooling off with a dip on hot days. Many of our canine pals also enjoy swimming. Just be sure to put safety first! A Covington, GA vet discusses taking Fido swimming in this article. Swim Lessons Not all dogs are natural swimmers. Even learning the doggy paddle is a struggle for some pups! If Fido doesn’t know how to swim, take time to teach him. Gently … Read More
August 22nd is a day that is near and dear to our hearts: it’s Take Your Cat To The Vet Day! We love cats, and are completely dedicated to keeping them happy and healthy. And, while most of our feline pals would probably rather nap than visit us, they all look and feel better with regular veterinary care. Read on as a local Covington, GA vet discusses taking Fluffy to the vet. Fluffy’s Veterinary Care … Read More
Is your dog in or near his senior years? Older pooches are just as cute as puppies, and have a sweet temperament that is truly a joy. However, Fido will have slightly different needs as a senior than he did as a puppy. Here, a Covington, GA vet discusses keeping an older dog healthy. Suitable Exercise Fido will slow down as he ages. You definitely don’t want to overexert him. However, you don’t want to … Read More
The holiday season is officially here! As your calendar fills with seasonal events, your cat may also be making some plans. In this article, a Conyers, GA vet discusses Fluffy’s holiday agenda. Climb The Tree Climbing the tree is one of Fluffy’s favorite holiday traditions! However, it can also be a bit dangerous. Keep your pet in mind as you put up your tree. Hang only sturdy, non-breakable items on the lower branches, things that … Read More
Summer is going by much too quickly! Dogs often love fun summer activities, and are also quite fond of just relaxing in the sun. Actually, this is a great time of year to spend some quality time with your canine companion. Read on a Conyers, GA lists some things to add to your to-do list. Splash Around Does your pooch enjoy swimming? If so, bring Fido to a dog-friendly beach or pool, and let him … Read More
Did you know that there’s a not-so-cute kitty holiday coming up? April 27th is Hairball Awareness Day. Hairballs form when cats inevitably swallow their own fur when grooming themselves. The result, as you probably know, is not pretty. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the amount of hairballs Fluffy produces. A local Conyers, GA vet lists some ways to reduce or eliminate hairballs in this article. Brush Your Cat Brushing Fluffy is a great way … Read More