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Happy Ginger Cat Appreciation Day! Today, we celebrate the charm, warmth, and unique personalities of our orange-furred friends. Share a photo of your beloved ginger cat and let’s show them some extra love!

Pet Items Get Gross Fast. Here Are 7 You Need to Clean Now Bacteria living on your pet’s food bowls, toys and bed is not good for you or your fur baby

Preparing Dogs for Back-to-School Time For pets, the sudden switch from long summer days of playing with the kids to back-to-school can be a tough adjustment. Here are tips to make it easier.

Penn Vet Working Dog Center and our own Dr. Cindy Otto were honored to be included in Netflix’s new documentary ‘Inside the Mind of a Dog.' The documentary explores the science behind how dogs think and the reasons they have become man’s best friend.

Catch a glimpse of the groundbreaking work we're doing with working dogs and how we’re unraveling the mysteries of their amazing minds. Don’t miss it—and keep an eye out for a viewing party!

https://decider.com/2024/08/09/inside-the-mind-of-a-dog-netflix-review/

Bird flu cases now detected in domestic cats in Colorado Six feline cases have been detected in in the state, with at least five of those cases in Northern Colorado.

Can Dogs Share Bowls? We spoke to experts about why feeding two dogs from the same bowl should be avoided, whether water bowls are different, and what you should do instead.

Their noses are as powerful as they are cute.

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The unsung hero of the Olympic-champion US women’s gymnastics team is a very good boy Beacon, a golden retriever therapy dog, was a crucial part of the Americans’ preparations for the Olympics as he helped soothe athletes’ nerves

Happy International Cat Day! Today, we celebrate and raise awareness about cat healthcare, wellbeing, and responsible pet care. Let’s support regular checkups and appreciate the joy cats bring into our lives.

Can your dog tell the difference between you being gone for a few days vs. a few weeks?

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National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day reminds us that cats require just as much care as we do! Ongoing regular checkups keep your cat happy and healthy. Learn ways you can help from trusted leaders in feline care. Visit here often for updates, and make sure you sign up

Planning a lake day or a nice walk in the park? Keep your pet safe from Leptospirosis.

Most people assume that dogs will wag their tails when they’re feeling happy. 🐶

However, dogs actually use their tails to communicate and express an even wider range of emotions! 🧡

Looking at just a dog’s tail wagging won’t definitively tell you how they’re feeling. You must look at the rest of their body language to determine if they’re feeling happy, agitated, or nervous. 🐕

‼️ Read more about why dogs wag their tails on Dogster.com: https://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/why-do-dogs-wag-their-tails

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Can your cat do any tricks? A cat named Didga and her owner, Robert Dollwet of Tweed Heads, New South Wales, hold the Guinness World Book record for most tricks performed by a cat in one minute. In 2016, they managed an incredible 24 tricks in just 60 seconds, and still hold the record today! 🙀

It's that time of year. How can you help protect your animals from dangerous toxic algal blooms? Here are a few tips to keep in mind.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/34aetUS

🚒🔥 Pet Fire Safety Day is on July 15th this year, which is a good reminder to include your pets in your family emergency plan! 🐶🐱🐰🦜 Every year in the U.S., about 40,000 pets die in fires with more than 500,000 pets affected overall. Be sure to schedule fire drills to practice evacuating with your beloved pets. For more Pet Fire Safety tips, visit: https://www.americanhumane.org/fact-sheet/pet-fire-safety

Cats don’t have to drink as much water as dogs, but it's still crucial for them to stay hydrated—especially when it's hot outside. 🐈

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Bird Flu in Cats: What You Need to Know to Keep Your Pets Safe - The Animal Medical Center Dr. Ann Hohenhaus discusses the current nationwide outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 and what it means for cats.

Guest blog from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on outdoor summer hazards including BBQ, chemical and firework hazards (Click the Link). Did you know more dogs get loose on 4th of July than any other day? Keep the Puppers safe!
https://ipcblog.wpengine.com/2024/06/25/protect-your-pooch-from-outdoor-summer-hazards-fireworks-lighter-fluid-pool-chemicals-and-more/

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RECALL ALERT - Lewis Sausage Company, Inc. is voluntarily recalling VIVA dog and cat food products due to testing positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

▪ VIVA for cats turkey net wt. 1lb
▪ VIVA for dogs CHUNKED turkey net wt. 1lb
▪ VIVA for dogs GROUND turkey net wt. 1lb
▪ VIVA for puppies beef & turkey GROUND net wt. 1lb
▪ VIVA PURE turkey for cats & dogs net wt. 1lb

All affected products have the following lot code: Lot #21244

Product was shipped to distributors in the following states: CA, NC & NJ. NOTE: These affected products were not distributed to customers. More info: https://bit.ly/4blVaVl

The fourth of July is near and what better way to celebrate than with fireworks and sparklers. Although it may not be expected, dogs will chew on and eat fireworks and may become anxious due to the unexpected, loud sound. When ingested dogs can have GI upset, obstruction, and even damage to their red blood cells. It’s best to keep your furry friends inside while enjoying the pyrotechnics!

With the rising temperatures, it’s very important to make sure your pets are safe from the heat. Our very own Dr.Putter has a few suggestions in this article. Check it out now:

How hot is too hot for New York City pets? Some tips as the dog days of summer approach. Gothamist asks professionals how to keep your pet cool, what to do if you suspect heat stroke, and more.

That’s right: the classic summer camp experience you remember from childhood—swimming, hiking, boating, rustic cabins, campfire songs, and more—now tailored for your pup. 🏕️

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