The Importance Of Pet Training And Socialization

Cute Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy training on a red leash.The companionship, fun, and unconditional love of a pet can be one of life’s greatest joys, but if you find yourself constantly struggling with undesirable behaviors (Ripped up shoes? House soiling? Aggression towards other animals?) you may be wondering if all the trouble is even worth it.

Pet training and socialization are among the most important aspects of responsible pet ownership, and they go hand in hand with proper nutrition, exercise, and affection in raising a well-rounded pet. Continue…

Urinary Problems in Pets: Beyond the UTI

house training of guilty puppyIt’s a common request: “Brownie is peeing in the house. Can you give him an antibiotic?” The answer to this question, though, is usually no. While urinary tract infections can and do happen in our animal friends, they are not the only cause for pet urinary woes.
Read on to learn why an antibiotic isn’t always the answer when it comes to urinary problems in pets.

Oh, the Possibilities

When we ask to examine your pet after you report a urinary issue, it is for good reason. There are a host of different things that might cause urinary problems in pets, and they are all treated in different ways. Continue…