The last Friday of May is dedicated to National Heat Awareness Day, which spotlights heat-induced medical emergencies in humans and pets. Recognized on May 26 this year, we’re taking this opportunity to educate pet owners about the risks and signs associated with excessive heat, and preventative measures to ensure every pet can avoid potentially fatal heat exhaustion, dehydration, and heatstroke. As we transition from cool months to hot summer days, it’s critical to know the warning signs to avoid an unnecessary trip to the emergency veterinarian.

Every pet owner will need a pet sitter at some point, whether they’re vacationing at a resort that isn’t pet-friendly or need to travel for work and can’t be distracted by their pet. In observance of Pet Sitter Safety Month throughout May, we’re diving into best practices for pet sitters to ensure they’re prepared and that the pets left in their care are safe. Much like babysitters, pet sitters are entrusted to provide excellent care and be ready for anything—especially emergencies.

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May Day is a day of celebration, and it is no different for our furry friends. While the original May Day takes place on May 1, dogs get their own May Day for Mutts on the first Sunday in May. This year, it takes place on May 7. This day is a special opportunity to celebrate mixed-breed dogs.

If you share your home with a mixed-breed dog, May Day for Mutts is a perfect time to spoil them. Let’s look at seven ways to celebrate May Day for Mutts with your mixed-breed dog.

As 420 rolls around every year, you may have questions about the effects of marijuana on your pets. Maybe someone has told you that there are medicinal benefits of marijuana for people, and you wonder about your pets. Whatever the case may be, we are here to help you understand the risks. So before you light up that joint, and settle into a day of vibing and munchies, make sure that you know how to keep your pets safe.

As veterinarians, one of the most common concerns we hear from animal owners is how to protect their furry friends from fleas and ticks. These parasites not only cause discomfort and itching, but they can also transmit diseases and infest your home. Without proper treatment, they can make your four-legged family members (and other members of your family) downright miserable, and that’s nothing no loving animal owner wants!