How To Turn Dog Toys Into Frozen Treats
July 21, 2021
Jenna Harrison
Dear NPP, This heatwave has really put a damper on my dog’s activity options. He has boundless energy, but it’s just too hot for me to give him the exercise he needs outside. How can I keep him occupied and calm until we can get back to our outdoor routine? Sincerely, Hot Dog Dad Dear Hot Dog Dad, During times when outdoor activity isn’t possible, mental enrichment can burn energy just as well as moderate physical exercise. When your dog has to actively think about how to execute a puzzle to retrieve that tasty treat, he’s engaging in his natural...
Signs Your Dog has Heartworm and What to Do About It
April 5, 2021
Michelle Yaglowski
By now we’ve all been made aware of the risks related to heartworm. Recently, we realized that some information on heartworm was biased or incomplete. So, we decided to take a deeper dive into exactly what heartworm is, after one of our own dogs was diagnosed and we were left with some unanswered questions ourselves. Luckily, we have a close network of incredible veterinarians here and throughout the U.S. that helped to create an individualized plan. We wanted to share some of what we learned through our experience as well as touch on why we see an increasing prevalence of...
The Importance of Dental Health in Dogs and Cats
January 28, 2021
Morgan Hunt
February is here and what that entails in the animal world is Dental Health Month! Dental health is so important because poor dental health can have long term negative impacts on the heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver. Dental disease can impact pets of any age, but some factors can influence risk which includes: Age Breed Genetics Poor diet Health status Home care Bacterial flora of the oral cavity Halitosis (bad breath) Drooling Blood-tinged saliva Pawing at mouth Plaque can form and build up on your pet’s teeth as quickly as 24 hours and if dental care/preventatives are not...
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