Did you know that the Catahoula is the Louisiana state dog? This cute pup is a much-beloved member of the AKC herding category. A veterinarian discusses the Catahoula Leopard dog below. History The Catahoula breed originated in Louisiana; around the…
4 Steps to Protect Your Pet Against Rabies
Is your pet current on their rabies vaccines? If not, we recommend remedying this right away. Rabies is extremely dangerous. Just the word “rabies” tends to conjure up some frightening images in the mind’s eye. And because rabies is a…
St. Patrick’s Day is just a few days off! It’s always fun to celebrate Irish heritage, history, and culture, and perhaps indulge oneself with a Shamrock shake or some corned beef. Of course, our canine companions love celebrating holidays with…
Easy Ways to Help Protect Our Wildlife
National Wildlife Day is March 3rd. While we usually focus on pets, we do feel it’s important to recognize the connection between our animal companions and their wild counterparts. With so many species in decline, it’s important for all of…
7 Things to Consider Before Adopting an Exotic Cat
Have you alwa ys dreamed of having an exotic cat, such as a lion or tiger, for a pet? This may sound great in theory, but in practice, it may not be the best idea. While you can find exotic…
Do you have a four-legged chewing machine on your hands? Aside from protecting the sofa legs from your puppy’s incessant chewing, there’s not a whole lot to do while your new pet is going through the teething process. However, it…