Severe Weather Pet Safety: Are You Prepared?

TenWest_iStock_000060057928_LargeEven if you haven’t lived in San Antonio very long, chances are you have already experienced some severe weather in our fair city. Thunderstorms, tornadoes, hail, and flooding are all possible, and likely, in our corner of the world.

Many of us have at least a vague plan in place for our families and ourselves in the event of severe weather or natural disaster, but how many have factored pets into the equation? Preparing ahead of time for the care and protection of your pets in the event of emergency is critical to their safety.

Planning Ahead For Severe Weather Pet Safety

It’s important for pet owners to have supplies gathered and a plan in place for their pets in the event of a severe storm or other natural disaster. Continue…

Due Diligence: Heartworm Prevention

Beautiful yorkshire terrier playing with a ball on a grassCringe-worthy fact of the day: mosquitoes typically enjoy a four-minute blood meal before zooming away to another victim. This non-stop hunt has the potential to spread disease such as malaria, dengue fever, and the West Nile virus. Unfortunately, residents of San Antonio are all too familiar with mosquitos and the associated health risks.

Heartworm disease is also spread by mosquitoes. Although people aren’t at risk, our animal friends certainly are, making heartworm prevention one of our top priorities. Not sure how to protect your dog, cat, or ferret? Look no further!

Parade of Parasites

Most pet owners are aware of fleas and ticks, but when it comes to heartworm disease, there’s typically a great deal to discuss. Because of our climate, mosquitoes are present almost year round, making it fairly common for pets to contract heartworm disease. Continue…

Pet Poisoning Prevention: Common Toxic Plants in the Yard and Garden

10West_iStock_000005140224_Large Springtime is the season for mulching, mowing, and prepping the garden beds, and of course, planting all of those beautiful blooms, shrubs, and edibles. And, because of this, it is also a good time to discuss pet poisoning prevention.

As a pet owner, this comes as no surprise to you – cats and dogs like to chew on foliage. Although grass, which is typically their preference, is relatively harmless (except when it comes to that new rug in the foyer), there are many popular plants that pose serious risks.

Plant Awareness, the Key to Pet Poisoning Prevention

As with any danger, awareness is integral to prevention, whether it come in the form of knowing what foods are potentially toxic or pet-proofing your home.
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