Demystifying Key Ingredients in Flea Treatments
And other helpful hints…
Frustrating Flea Facts

Most of the fleas around you are living in your pet’s environment, rather than in its fur. (For every flea found on your pet there could be 25-50 more living in your home.)
The female Cat Flea, ironically the most troublesome [...]

There are four stages of the flea life cycle. The adult flea constitutes only about 5% of the entire flea population. Flea eggs make up about 50%. This is in part why it is so difficult to win the war on fleas. Experts advise that if you see one flea, there may be more than a hundred more nearby. The best strategy is to wage war on all fronts. Treat your yard, your home and your pet at the same time.

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Wow! It has been a long time since we posted anything. We haven’t been slacking; there is a lot going on. Some things I can tell you and some I can’t share yet but trust me it is all exciting.
First:
The holiday pet catalog is here. If you aren’t yet on the mailing list, be sure [...]

De-clawing Your Cat – Necessary Evil or Just Evil
First, let me clarify that de-clawing is a bit of a misnomer; while it sounds as simple as a pedicure, it is considerably more than just clipping and filing nails. De-clawing is a surgical procedure, wherein the entire first joint of each of a cat’s “toes” [...]

Parasites and Pets
A parasite commonly refers to an organism that lives on or inside another organism.1 More importantly, a parasitic relationship is one in which one member of the association benefits while the other is harmed.2 Making the short list of parasites common to pets are fleas, ticks, mites and worms. This particular post will [...]

The Senior Citizen Pet
Old Age in Dogs – Part II
We’ve already discussed the fact that large dogs age earlier and faster than smaller breeds but, as with us mere humans, there are many lifestyle factors that can affect the aging process as well. As we get older, many of us become less active and [...]

The Senior Citizen Pet
Old Age in Dogs – Part I
Just like people, dogs are living longer today than in years past. The average lifespan of a dog has climbed from 7 years in the ‘30’s to more than 12 years today. With good care and a little luck, it isn’t unheard of for a dog [...]

While you are decorating your home with trees, ornaments and lights and stocking up on special holiday treats, keep in mind that these activities could bring about holiday hazards for your pets…

How do I know which shot to give my dog or puppy?
What do all those letters mean? (DA2PPv, L4 and so on)
What is Lepto and when is it dangerous to vaccinate for it?
What is the difference between a 5 way and a 7 way shot?
What age can I vaccinate for Rabies and how often?
Do any [...]

by Renee Jones, CPDT
As the seasons start to change from fall to winter people adjust their routines and plan for colder weather. It’s important to take a few minutes to prepare the four legged members of our family for colder weather, too.
Make certain to provide proper shelter. If you can’t keep your dog indoors [...]