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At Four Paws Animal Hospital & Wellness Center, we love educating our clients. That’s why we have curated and shared posts filled with helpful information regarding pet care.
How To Avoid Sabotaging Your Pet’s Weight Loss Effort
As pet owners, we are responsible for ensuring our pets live healthy and happy lives. Unfortunately, one of the most common issues that plague our furry friends is pet obesity. Pet obesity can lead to severe risks for our cats and dogs, including heart disease,...
Pet Obesity has Become a Severe Problem in the World Today
Pet Obesity has become a severe problem in the United States today. According to research from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, approximately 57% of cats and 52% of dogs are classified as obese or overweight. Obesity in pets can lead to various health...
3 Ways to Safely Treat Your Pet on Valentine’s Day
Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many other safe pet treats you can share with them. Try the...
5 Dental Emergencies in Pets
If you’ve ever known the agony of a toothache, you know how critical it was to receive emergency treatment and pain relief. While your furry pal may not complain like people do when they are in pain, they also can suffer from pet dental emergencies. If you notice any...
5 Holiday Hazards That Can Harm Your Pet
5 Holiday Hazards That Can Harm Your Pet As the year draws to a close, holiday celebrations are still in full swing. But the additional activity and stress present the perfect opportunity for your pet to get into trouble, so keep an eye out for the following holiday...
Ways To Deal With Changing Behavior in Your Senior Pet
Aging Changes: Common Behavior Problems in Senior Pets Advancing age seems to bring with it a number of health issues for pets, including behavior problems. As your furry pal grows older, keep an eye out for common behavior issues that may pop up so you can get help...
How to Make a Thanksgiving Plate for Your Pet
How to Make a Thanksgiving Plate for Your Pet An overloaded table filled with your favorite dishes is one of Thanksgiving’s highlights. While you are drooling over a heaping plate, so is your pet. However, many popular Thanksgiving foods are dangerous for furry...
3 Reasons Why Regular Pet Grooming Is Essential
3 Reasons Why Regular Pet Grooming Is Essential Pet Groomer Awareness Day draws attention to the important task groomers undertake when caring for your furry friend. Here are three reasons why regular pet grooming is essential. #1: You can strengthen...
Follow These Tips to Prevent Pet Obesity
Follow These Tips to Prevent Pet Obesity Although October 12 is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, you should monitor your pet's weight all year long. Being overweight or obese is a severe health risk that affects more than half of the nation's cats and dogs....
Who are Veterinary Technicians and What Do They Do?
Veterinary Technicians: An Essential Part of Your Pet’s Health Care Team Did you know that October 16 - 22nd is National Veterinary Technician Week? If you are unsure what tasks vet techs tackle daily, read on to learn more about these pet superheroes. ...