Veterinarian Expenses to Prepare for as a New Pet Parent

Posted on 1 August 2023

Becoming a pet owner, or pet parent as many affectionately refer to themselves, comes with responsibilities. Though many of these responsibilities are obvious, there are a few you may not consider. Here are some of the financial responsibilities and expenses every new pet owner should prepare for and what to know about these expenses. Keep in mind, every vet is different, however, the expense categories will be the same.  Desexing Surgery [Read More]

Two lesser-known perks that dog owners experience when they use pet grooming services

Posted on 21 April 2023

Here are two lesser-known perks dog owners can experience when they use a vet's pet grooming services. It can reduce the amount of housework they need to do One perk that many dog owners experience when they start using their vet's pet grooming services is that their homes stay cleaner for longer and that they don't, therefore, have quite as much housework to do. The first reason for this is that pet grooming typically involves shampooing the dog's coat and then brushing it very methodically for an extended period. [Read More]

Get Things Under Control: 3 Reasons To Desex Your Dog

Posted on 29 November 2022

If you haven't desexed your pet yet, it's time to schedule an appointment. There are a lot of reasons to desex your pet. One of those reasons relates to their health. Did you know that desexing your pet reduces the risk for certain cancers? It does. In fact, desexing your pet reduces the risk of uterine and ovarian cancer in female dogs. And, it reduces the risk of prostate cancer in male dogs. [Read More]

How Does Professional Dog Grooming Save You Money?

Posted on 29 July 2022

While you have to pay for professional dog grooming, this can be a good investment. In fact, the money you pay a groomer could save you more money in the long term. How does this work? Reduce Your Dog Grooming Costs Dog grooming isn't just about brushing your dog's coat. Depending on your pet's breed, you might have to regularly bathe your dog and cut its coat. You might have to clean its ears, cut its nails and even clean out its anal glands periodically. [Read More]

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Vet Care: Understanding Animal Health

As a pet owner, you will want to ensure that the animals you own are properly cared for. Failure to look after animals can cause them to develop serious health problems. I had always wanted to own a dog, but my parents wouldn't let me have one when I was growing up because my sister is allergic to dog hair. When I finally moved out, I decided that now was the time to visit the animal shelter so I could adopt a dog. I wanted to make sure I knew how to care for my pet so I book an appointment with my local vet. The vet was really nice and took the time to start teaching me everything I needed to know about dog care.

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