Pet Health – Page 9 – Dr. Pet Mom

Planning Ahead: Your Pet Emergency Plan ⚠️

September is National Preparedness Month. And June 1 through November 30 is the Atlantic hurricane season. We are keenly aware of the power of hurricanes like Hurricane Dorian this year, and Hurricanes Florence and Michael in 2018.

The damage from hurricanes is life threatening and devastating, for pet parents and their pets. One way you can prepare for bad weather is to create a pet emergency plan.

Treating Dog Depression and Anxiety 🐶

What is a health condition common to dogs and humans? Mental illness. Depression, loss of appetite, anxiety, withdrawal, self-injury, and changes in behavior are symptoms of mental illness.

Anxiety and depression go hand in hand. Loss of a family member, a new baby, moving to a new home, boredom, or spending too much time alone can trigger anxiety and depression in your dog.

Affordable Vet Care: An Affordable Alternative 😷

Veterinary care is expensive for any pet. Many pet parents have trouble paying for vet care, especially emergency vet care for their pets. Is pet insurance the answer? Are there other options to pay for costly veterinary bills?

10 Cat Parenting Tips: Quality of Life 🐱

Cats like their alone time. And they like to be social. Cats don’t like to be bored. Let’s face it, people still think cats are mysterious, aloof and not affectionate. People also think living with a cat is easier than living with a dog…

But cat pet parents know differently. Your cat will let you know when (and if) she wants to play, socialize or just wants her alone time. It’s about the quality of life you share with your kitty.

August Pet Awareness Days 🗓️

August is a big month for cats and dogs everywhere. Assistance Dog Week, International Cat Day and National Dog Day are some examples.

Celebrate and enjoy some special days with your cat and dog friends!

Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter – July Edition 🗞️

Hello! Welcome to the July edition of my latest project, Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Outdoor fun for your pets means keep them cool and bug-free. This edition is about protecting your kitty from UV exposure and bug bites outdoors.

July is Lost Pet Prevention Month 🔍

July is in full swing. Pets and pet parents are spending more time outside. This month is about pet safety: pet safety tips for July 4th, and keeping a pet first aid kit for home and travel. July is also Lost Pet Prevention Month.

You’re a good pet parent and try to keep your pet safe and away from danger. But sometimes a cat jumps the fence. Sometimes a dog escapes through an open door.

A lost pet can be a pet parent’s worst nightmare.

Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter – June Edition 🗞️

Hello! Welcome to the June edition of my latest project, Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Summertime is fun time and this edition is about giving your pet a good quality of life.

What’s New? Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie Newsletter 🗞️

Hello! Welcome to the first edition of my latest project, Dr. Pet Mom’s Delightful Pet Menagerie (DPM) Newsletter. Springtime is a transition time as we leave the doldrums of winter, and spring forward into daylight savings time. Springtime is also a great time to create new projects.

Pet Bird Adoption Tips 🦜

Nature is amazing and always in control. In the midst of our changing world, I remember that there is truly much beauty in the world.

Some of nature’s most beautiful animals are birds. It may not feel like spring time right now. But birds can bring beauty, color and song into your life.