Into the Woods Pet First Aid+CPR

02/14/2026

02/13/2026

Happy Valentine's Day Weekend! remember sweets and flowers are for the humans not the pets... dont spend the day in the Hospital

02/09/2026

Many medications used for human use are very dangerous to our pets. This one is becoming popular with us but dangerous to them.

Pet owners should be careful handling minoxidil, as this popular hair loss topical can be severely toxic to cats and dogs, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Minoxidil, a blood pressure medication and vasodilator, is FDA-approved for the treatment o...

02/01/2026

This also means you are going to see more animals on the trails and in your neighborhood. Keep your pets safe from wildlife interactions by using a leash and having a strong “come” and “leave it command”.Watch wildlife from a distance.

01/29/2026

We went for a hike today and normally we'd cross a stream but not today!

01/22/2026

Good rules for my county but check with your local county for their recommendations.

🥶 Brrrr—Winter weather alert for pets!

Please take extra precautions during expected severe winter weather to keep your animals safe:

🏠 Keep pets indoors as much as possible; limit outdoor time to quick potty breaks
🐕 Shorten walks and watch closely for signs of cold stress
🧂 Avoid heavily salted sidewalks—salt and deicers can burn paws
✅ Use pet-safe ice melt around your home
🐾 Wipe paws and bellies after outings to remove salt and ice

Know the law (Baltimore County)
When temperatures fall below 32°F or during an active winter/cold weather warning, dogs may not be left outside unattended for more than 30 minutes without access to continuous, suitable shelter.

See neglect or cruelty? Please report it.

🚨 Call 911 if immediate police intervention is needed
📞 For non-emergency reports, call Baltimore County Police Non-Emergency: 410-887-2222

01/21/2026

De-icing salts can cause salt toxicity when pets lick their feet, belly or take treats off ground. Symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst, lethargy, tremors, and seizures can occur from even a small amount.

01/21/2026

Rock salt is bad for dog paws! It's corrosive, dries out pads causing cracks, and creates micro-cuts, leading to irritation, and burns. Make sure to wash and dry paws after walking on salted roads and sidewalks then apply a paw salve or petroleum jelly to moisten.

01/17/2026

Water conducts heat away from the body 25 times faster than air. So a dry pet is a warmer pet.

01/13/2026

https://www.wmar2news.com/news/region/harford-county/raccoon-tests-positive-for-rabies-in-harford-county-may-have-exposed-people-and-pets

Rabid raccoon found near Nelson Mill Road in Jarrettsville prompts health warning. Harford County urges residents to report contact with wildlife.

01/08/2026

I’ll be listening in too

For the Baltimore County Department of Health's January webinar, we will be covering Oscar's Law.

Oscar's Law is a law created in 2018 to help fight pet abuse. During the webinar, you will gain a better understanding of the law, resources available to pet owners, and many other topics.

No registration is required, all you have to do is scan the QR code during the webinar or visit bit.ly/44KCnCT.