If you want to make sure your pets will be safe no matter where you are or what you’re doing, one of the best steps you can take is setting up a pet first aid kit. Here’s how to do it.
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Much of protecting your pets from fire involves having a strong disaster plan in place. Know exactly what you and your family would do in the event of a fire in your home and make your pets a part of this plan. We’ll discuss exactly how to go about this, and we’ll provide other useful tips for keeping your pets safe from fire in your home.
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April 17th marks the start of National Pet ID Week — 7 days devoted to reminding pet owners of the importance of ID-ing their animals. Experts estimate that between 40 and 60 percent of shelter animals are actually family pets — but when a pet is found without ID, there’s often no way for them
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Whether you’re welcoming a new kitten or simply want Fido to feel comfier at home, there are always things you can do to make your home more pet-friendly! 1. Make area rugs slip-proof. Dogs will thank you for putting rubber treads on the bottoms of area rugs. Otherwise, one quick gallop across
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If you’re expecting a baby, it’s smart to start preparing your pets now for your little one’s arrival. While you may assume that Fido or Felix will do well with your baby from the get-go, this isn’t always the case. Many animals don’t know what babies are or how to interact with them. Fortunately,
More infoAll dog owners know that they should be bathing their pet regularly, but just how often does a dog need to be bathed? Below, we’ll discuss this, plus how you can get dog bathing services right here at Sunset Vet Clinic! Frequency of Bathing Your Dog First of all, it depends. There are three main
More infoShaking, panting, whining, hiding — have you ever seen your cat or dog do these things during a storm? It’s not uncommon for pets to become rather terrified when a thunderstorm occurs. After all, for them, it’s a harrowing experience that can’t be explained away. They don’t know why it’s happening, but they definitely
More infoEvery year, our Sunset Veterinary Clinic team treats numerous pets who managed to get into something toxic. If you have fur babies, make sure to keep these 5 things far out of reach: 1. Chocolate For humans, the darker the healthier—for pets, the exact opposite is true! Bakers chocolate, cocoa mulch and
More infoMany cat lovers living in a small apartment may often be in a dilemma regarding whether to bring the cat home. Lack of space and of course you not being around all day causes boredom in cats. They will act more aggressively and develop certain behaviors like waking you at night. However, there are simple
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