Winter Coats and Boots for Pets

During the winter months, your pet may get cold from walking outside in the ice and snow. Ice melt and sidewalk salt are also dangerous for your pet to get on their paws! If your pet gets cold easily, we recommend dressing them in a properly fitted winter jacket and boots or protective shoes. Ask us for advice if you have questions!

ASPCA Winter Pet Safety Tips

If temperatures are dropping and snow is in the forecast in your neck of the woods, the ASPCA recommends the following tips to keep your animal companions safe and sound: Never let your dog off the leash on snow or ice. Provide your companion animal a warm place to sleep. Keep cats inside. Wipe off youd dog's legs and belly when they come in from the elements. Puppies can't handle the cold as well as adult dogs.

 

National Pet Travel Safety Day

It’s National Pet Travel Safety Day! A day to remember that protecting your pet on the road is extremely important! If you’re traveling by car, remember your pet should always wear a seat belt or be strapped in in a carrier. If you have questions about travel safety, we’ll be glad to help!

Alcohol Dangers and Pets

Did you know that alcohol is on the list of substances that your pet should NEVER consume? Be sure to keep it out of their reach at all times, and call us if any accidental ingestion should occur, so we can help right away!

Holiday Candy & Pet Safety

There are lots of holiday dangers that could affect your pet, so it’s important to be aware! We recommend keeping all candy, chocolate, and other sugary sweets out of your pet’s reach at all times, because ingestion of these edibles can seriously injure your pet! Please contact us if you have questions.

Cats & Car Engines

Did you know that cats often climb under the hood of cars to get warm near the car engine? As the nights are getting cooler, it’s important to be aware of the potential danger to your outdoor cat, as well as any neighbors’ cats. As a courtesy, it’s important to knock on the hood of your car or open it and look inside every morning before you start your car, because you never know who might be lurking inside and in danger. 

Antifreeze Danger

Did you know that antifreeze is poisonous for cats and dogs? Pets may be attracted to the chemical because of its sweet taste and smell, so it’s important to keep it stored out of their reach and wipe up any spills on your driveway or garage floor!