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Benadryl can be a safe medication for pets when used under your veterinarian’s guidance. The active ingredient in Benadryl is diphenhydramine, an over-the-counter (OTC) medication to help humans with allergies. But as it turns out, this OTC antihistamine can also help pets. 

If something is bad for our pets, they’ll instinctively know not to eat it, right? If only it were that simple! March has been designated as National Pet Poison Prevention Month to raise awareness for all the hazards for pets lurking right under our noses. 

At Ten West Bird & Animal Hospital, we take pet safety seriously year round, and in honor of National Pet Poison Prevention Month, our team has gathered some guidelines to help pet families keep their pets safe.

Everybody outside of Texas knows about our scorching summers, but less is known about our winter conditions. Winter pet care in South Texas is just as important as it is anywhere else, and we can help you get through chilly nights, windy days, and overcast skies.