Winter months can be long and brutal with dangerous temperatures and potential hazards, here are a few simple ways to ensure our beloved furry family members stay safe. While keeping your pet inside in extreme cold conditions is always a good idea, when taking your dog for a walk in the winter there are a
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Heat Stroke in Dogs
Despite being located in the northern eastern United States, Philly neighborhoods like Fishtown, Northern Liberties, Kensington, and Frankford can get very hot in the summer. If you are in the local area and your dog is suffering from the result of the heat, please contact Indy Veterinarian Care as soon as possible. Dogs can suffer
Has Your Pet Ingested a Toxin?
This article reviews different types of toxins and how it can potentially affect your pets. If you believe your pet has ingested a toxin, please reach out to your veterinarian as soon as possible or contact ASPCA Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435. Possible side effects due to toxin ingestion are listed below. It may take
Toxic Foods for Dogs & Cats and How to Avoid Them
Feeding your dog or cat ‘people food’ is a common practice among pet owners. Sometimes it’s just too hard to deny feeding them when they look at you with loving eyes while you are eating! Unfortunately, you may be endangering the health of your beloved pet by engaging in this seemingly harmless activity as your
2020 Summer Safety Guide for Your Pets
As we enter the summer months during a very strange and scary time in our world, we must consider potential hazards for our pets. Due to the current health crisis, specifically COVID-19, business, group social outings, and community/live events are postponed or forbidden. We are spending more time at home, whether we are getting around