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October is Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! This is one cause that we are happy to support. Quite a few of our canine patients were adopted from shelters, and are now happy, beloved pets. Going to a shelter is a great way to find your new furry friend! Read on as a local Pasadena, MD vet discusses adopting shelter dogs. Why Go To A Shelter? Adopting from a shelter is really one of the best … Read More »

Does your dog know basic obedience commands? Does he come when you call him? If not, it may be time to take Fido back to school. Making sure your canine pal is properly trained isn’t just important because of petiquette: it’s crucial for safety reasons as well. Read on as a local Pasadena, MD vet offers some helpful tips on training your furry buddy. Basics First The five most important commands your four-legged friend should … Read More »

August 22nd is Take Your Cat To The Vet Day! Of course, given the option, Fluffy would probably insist that this is supposed to be Hug Your Cat Day or Give Your Cat A New Toy Day, but we checked. Read on as a local Pasadena, MD vet discusses taking your feline pal to the doctor. Keep Up With Wellness Care We recommend that all kitties be microchipped and spayed or neutered as soon as … Read More »

August 10th is Spoil Your Dog Day! Of course, for some of our canine buddies, every day is Spoil Your Dog Day! We love seeing pets being pampered! Of course, it really doesn’t take very much to get Fido’s tail going. Here, a Pasadena, MD vet lists some great ways to pamper your furry bff. Treats Snacks are a great way to brighten up Fido’s day, and make him feel loved and happy. Plain, cooked … Read More »

Does your dog often run up to you, holding his favorite toy? It isn’t easy to refuse these adorable doggy requests. In fact, we strongly recommend that you indulge Fido, and spend time playing with him every day. Playing is actually great for our canine pals! In this article, a Pasadena, MD vet lists some great reasons to play with your pup regularly. Exercise Just like people, dogs need regular exercise to stay healthy. Playing … Read More »

Do you have a hedgehog for a pet? These little guys can make absolutely adorable animal companions! Hedgehogs are quite unique, however. We all know that Fluffy loves catnip and Fido enjoys chew toys, but what does it take to make a hedgehog happy? A local Pasadena, MD vet offers tips below. Hidey-Hole Your pet hedgehog will need some hidey-holes, so he always has a place to go if he feels scared or just wants … Read More »

As summer approaches, ticks, and other parasites will be coming out in droves. These disgusting parasites can make your beloved pet miserably itchy! They can also transmit other parasites as well as diseases. Here, a Pasadena, MD vet discusses fighting fleas. Parasite Control First and foremost, be sure to keep up with your furry pal’s parasite control products. There are many options to choose from, including collars, shampoos, and topical drops. Ask your vet for … Read More »

Did you know May that is Chip Your Pet Month? Has your pet been microchipped yet? If not, we strongly recommend that you see to this right away. A Pasadena, MD vet discusses microchips below. Basics A microchip won’t transmit information, and it doesn’t utilize GPS technology. Nor, unfortunately, will it upgrade Fido’s operating system, so he stops chewing your shoes. Instead, each chip only contains an identification number. This number can be read with … Read More »

Cats are very clean, which is one reason they are such great pets. Fluffy will spend hours each day grooming herself. She’ll also use her own purrsonal powder room to do her business. While the fact that kitties use litterboxes does make caring for them quite easy, your cute pet’s private bathroom can get, well, a bit stinky. Read on for some tips from a local Pasadena, MD vet on beating litterbox smells. Cleaning The … Read More »

Did you know there’s a special kitty holiday coming up? March 28th is Respect Your Cat Day! Our feline overlords do have a way of wrapping us around their paws and getting us to pamper them. Here, a Glen Burnie, MD vet lists some cute ways cats request—or even demand—respect. Indulge Kitty Snuggle Requests Does your kitty sometimes politely grab your sweater with a claw when she wants to cuddle? Or maybe Fluffy head butts … Read More »