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How to Make a Thanksgiving Plate for Your Pet   An overloaded table filled with your favorite dishes is one of Thanksgiving’s highlights. While you are drooling over a heaping plate, so is your pet. However, many popular Thanksgiving foods are dangerous for pets....

Watch Out For These 5 Signs of Pet Diabetes   November is National Pet Diabetes Month, a month dedicated to educating pet owners on the signs and management of this endocrine disorder. By learning how to spot the following signs of pet diabetes, you can help them...

5 Pet Safety Tips for Inside & Outside the Home   Your furry friend’s sense of curiosity and smell can lead them to trouble if you don’t take precautions. In honor of October being National Animal Safety and Protection Month, here are tips on how to keep your...

Follow These Tips to Prevent Pet Obesity   In honor of National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, which falls on October 12, you should pay attention to your pet’s weight. Overweight pets are at an increased risk for developing respiratory problems, heart disease,...

How To Treat Diarrhea in My Dog   The unmistakable sound—and smell—of your dog having diarrhea in the middle of the night is the only thing that can rapidly cause a pet owner to get out of bed. While this occurrence could make you search on Google for your dog's...

How To Spot Signs of Pain in Your Pet   It might be challenging to determine when a pet is in pain because they are masters at masking any vulnerabilities. In honor of Animal Pain Awareness Month, learn about the following typical indications of pain in your pet...

3 Reasons Why Your Cat Needs Regular Wellness Care Although your cat may try to convince you otherwise, they need regular wellness care to remain as healthy as possible. National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day falls on August 22, so our team wants you to share the...

4 Reasons Why Your Senior Pet Needs Early Detection Screening Tests It’s no secret that our pets do not live long enough. Along with a shorter lifespan—in relation to their human family members—come rapid health changes, particularly in their later years. Although...

4 Fun Ways to Have a Cool Pet in the Summer Heat Summertime is full of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, although high temperatures and humidity can make it uncomfortable for your pet. Help your furry pal beat the heat with the following tips. #1: Fill up a wading...

The Dangers of Sunlight: Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats Picture this: Your white cat is snoozing away on their favorite windowsill, soaking up the warmth from the late afternoon sun. Such an idyllic scene warms your heart, but too much sun exposure can be dangerous...

What to Do With My Pet This Summer As your summer vacation draws near, you may be wondering what to do with your pet. Should you take them with you? Are they better off at a boarding facility? Maybe you should investigate pet sitters in your area. With so many...

3 Ways to Help Your New Cat Feel at Home June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, although welcoming a new cat into your home and family is an excellent idea any time of year. However, naturally, your new feline friend may be unsure and anxious in their new surroundings....

5 Ways to Help Your Cat Safely Enjoy Warm Weather As the spring weather warms and summer approaches, you may be looking to enjoy the warmer weather with your pet. Try the following five ways to spice up your cat’s spring and summer. #1: Build your cat a catio You’ve...

Spring Skin Allergies in Pets As spring brings warmer weather and new growth, it also brings something more threatening—pollen. This yellow substance triggers irritating allergies in people and pets alike and can cause a wide variety of signs in suffering pets. Read...

You know dental care is important for your furry friend, but did you know it’s so important? We think it should be on every pet owner’s New Year’s resolutions list. Here are four reasons to convince you to add regular pet dental care to your top resolutions for 2022....

When bad weather strikes and your pet is going stir-crazy from being cooped up indoors, turn to indoor enrichment activities. Try the following activities to keep your furry friend happy during the winter!   #1: Treat your pet to a food puzzle Eating from a food...

Pets will love any gift you give them regardless of how much time or money you spend!  Make your furry friend’s Christmas special by crafting one of these four easy DIY gifts.   #1: Wrap a water bottle tug toy for dogs If your pup loves crunching on your water...

November marks the season of giving back and what better way to embrace that than by helping out less fortunate pets by following these three tips?   #1: Donate needed supplies or cash to an animal rescue organization In addition to needing more hands to help...

Thanksgiving is a drool-worthy holiday, but it can lead to pets overeating, and too much of a good thing can lead to a messy outcome. In addition, the holiday can provide your furry friend with the opportunity to ingest a toxin or an intestine-blocking bone. Give...

Halloween can be a night filled with treats, but keeping your pet safe during this time doesn't have to be complicated. If you keep in mind that the candy bowl is solely for trick-or-treaters and not for your furry friend, you can both have a safe and enjoyable...

Failing to provide the proper enrichment for your cat could cause it to act out and display behavioral problems. Boredom and lack of physical and mental stimulation can lead to inappropriate elimination and scratching, overgrooming, and even bullying. Learn how to...

The best way to be prepared for a pet emergency is to have a plan already in place. A pet emergency can happen at any time, and you need to make sure that you and your family are ready for anything. Here are three tips to help you make your pet disaster plan. #1:...

Knowing when your cat is in pain is essential to providing the best care for your cat. The same signs that indicate pain in cats can be hard to detect, since they are masters at hiding their emotions. By learning to recognize pain in cats, you can better see and treat...

If you have a cat, you know that grooming can be a daunting task. We have to clean and trim our cat's fur, getting rid of matted hair, odors, fleas, and other unwanted stuff. This post contains some answers to common cat grooming questions so that you can handle your...

Cats are independent creatures, and getting them to use the litter box often proves more of a challenge than it should be. To help remove some of the stress, this post breaks down some techniques for getting a cat comfortable using its litter box. #1: Your cat’s...

Summertime is officially upon us and our pets are feeling the heat. Here are three creative ways that you can keep your furry pal cool this summer.   #1: Fit your dog with a cooling vest Unlike cooling pads, cooling vests can go with your pet while they’re...

Many animal shelters are busy with missing pets who bolted from their homes after the 4th of July festivities. In recognition of that, July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month. In case your pet ever goes missing, here are the three top ways to help you have a happy...

A normal part of owning a cat comes with their hairballs. While you may already be familiar with these slimy, furry tubes, our team has answered some of the most frequently asked questions about hairballs in cats.   How are hairballs formed? As cats groom...

With temperatures warming up and summer quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to get outdoors with your four-legged friend! The team at Pets R Us wants to ensure your pet stays safe while enjoying the fresh air and sunshine. Here are a few tips to keep in mind....

While you may already suffer from seasonal allergies, pets can also be affected. As we head into the Spring season, here are some common signs that your pet may have seasonal allergies.   #1: Your pet has itchy, irritated, inflamed skin Pets with allergies can be...

After a lifetime of love and unwavering devotion, you want to show your beloved pet the same care and attention they have shown you. Senior pets still have so much to give, so follow these three tips from our team at Pets R Us Veterinary Hospitals to make the most of...