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Fourth of July Pet Safety

July 1, 2021

The Fourth of July is just a few days off. The summer holiday is traditionally a time for people to gather with friends and family, grill up some burgers, and … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, Dog Care, General Health Tagged fourth of july pet safety, hot weather pet care, July 4th pet safety, parasite prevention, pest control, pet care tips, pet safety tips, pets and fireworks, summer pet care, toxic foods for pets, vet clinic Columbia MD, vet Ellicott City MD
8 Great Ways To Celebrate Pet Wellness Month

October 1, 2020

October is National Pet Wellness Month! Our furry friends really do bring a lot of love and laughter to our lives, and they deserve to be comfortable, happy, and safe. … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, Dog Care, General Care Tagged pet care tips, pet clinic Ellicott City MD, pet fountain, pet play, pet proofing, pet safety tips, pet wellness, Pet Wellness Month, playing with your pet, vet clinic Columbia MD, veterinary appointment, veterinary care for pets, veterinary visit, walking your pet, water fountain for pets, wellness of pets
Caring for Your Pet’s Teeth

February 1, 2020

Did you know that February is Pet Dental Health Month? Quite a few of our furry patients have dental problems. Of course, Fido and Fluffy can’t call us to make … Read More »

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Hug Your Cat Day

June 1, 2019

There’s a very special kitty holiday coming up. Hug Your Cat Day is June 4th! Cats are great huggers, and many of them really enjoy getting hugged and petted! The … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, General Care Tagged cat behavior, cat behaviors, cat care tips, cat hugs, cat quirks, feline behavior, feline behaviors, funny cats, how to hug a cat, how to hug your cat, Hug Your Cat Day, hugging your cat, pet clinic Ellicott City MD, quirky cats, showing cat affection, silly cats, vet clinic Columbia MD
Adopting a Shelter Dog

October 1, 2018

October is Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! Going to a shelter is a great way to find your new pet. You’ll not only be able to choose from a variety … Read More »

Posted in Adoptions, Dog Care, General Care Tagged adopting shelter dog, benefits of rescuing a dog, benefits of shelter pets, bringing home a new dog, choosing a shelter dog, dog adoption, dog adoption tips, dog rescue, dog rescue tips, pet clinic Ellicott City MD, rescuing a dog, shelter dog adoption, shelter pets, vet clinic Columbia MD, why adopt from shelter
Spay/Neuter Awareness Month

February 1, 2018

February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month! If you haven’t had your pet fixed yet, we recommend getting this done right away. Read on as a Columbia, MD vet discusses getting Fluffy … Read More »

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Bathing Your Cat

June 1, 2017

Do you have a kitty? One of the many things to love about cats is the fact that they are very clean pets. Fluffy will carefully groom herself every day, … Read More »

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Caring for Your Dog’s Paws

October 1, 2016

Does your dog sometimes put his paw on your leg when he wants a walk or a belly rub? It’s hard to refuse these charming requests from our canine friends! … Read More »

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5 Things Cats Can Teach Us

March 1, 2016

Have you ever noticed your cat looking at you with a smug, all-knowing expression on her face? While Fluffy may not exactly be the picture of wisdom when she’s pouncing … Read More »

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Fourth of July Pet Safety

Jul 01

The Fourth of July is just a few days off. The summer holiday is traditionally a time for people to gather with friends and family, grill up some burgers, and … Read More »
Fluffy’s Summer Plans

Jun 01

Summer is almost here! Many people are looking forward to resuming activities that were curtailed by the coronavirus last year. As it turns out, your feline pal has a few … Read More »
Feeding Your Dog Fats: Do’s and Don’ts

May 01

Does your canine companion love fatty treats like bacon and sausage? Chances are, he probably does. These snacks are okay on occasion, but you shouldn’t go overboard with them. While … Read More »