The Fourth of July is a favorite holiday for many. Barbecues, time with family and friends, fireworks—what’s not to love? Well, for our four-legged friends, quite a bit. The consistent booming and popping of fireworks around the special summer day can be a taxing time for pets. Just because your dog doesn’t crawl under your bed or your cat doesn’t curl up in your closet behin ... Continue Reading
What you need to know about putting your dog on Prozac
There is a lot of stress in America—and your pets are not immune. Yes, that’s right, dogs are suffering from stress. In the U.S., 45 million homes have at least one dog (which is the highest dog ownership number reported since the American Veterinary Medical Association first began measuring in 1982). Dr. Amy Pike, a veterinary behaviorist in Northern Virginia, says the ... Continue Reading