Healthy People. Healthy Animals. Healthy Planet.

14/07/2025

Pests can create more problems than bites and irritation, which is why responsible pet owners should maintain a routine of regular preventative veterinary care - including vaccinations and parasite control - which can significantly reduce the risk of pets contracting diseases and ensure their overall health and well-being.

07/07/2025

Your veterinarian can help you stay on top of evolving preventative medicines and treatments to ensure your pets and your family remain comfortable and safe from parasites.

04/07/2025

Wishing you a fun-filled, safe, and festive 4th of July! 🇺🇸
..and a friendly reminder that loud noises and high temps can be tough on pets. Keep them cool, hydrated and safe as we celebrate our nation’s independence. 🐶🐱🐾

03/07/2025

It's that time of the year again! Celebrations abound for the 4th of July and that of course includes fireworks.🎇🌭. As much fun as they are to watch, they can be a great source of anxiety for our pets. The loud bangs, flashing colors and smell can cause them a lot of distress, resulting in behaviors like hiding, shaking and barking.

As we get ready for a weekend filled with family fun, cookouts and sparklers, here are some tips on how to keep your pets comfortable during the big show:

Fireworks can be really scary for our pets. Here's some ways you can help them feel a little less scared.

01/07/2025

Do you take your dog to the dog park? Beware of parasites. Many dogs carry parasites, and these can be spread through contact with contaminated areas in the park. To minimize risks, ensure your dog is up-to-date on vaccinations and parasite prevention, clean up after your dog, and monitor them closely. 🐶 🐾

23/06/2025

The top reason pet owners visit the veterinarian is their animal’s itchy skin, and fleas and ticks are often the culprit. Your local veterinarian can help you prevent parasitic infections, wherever you live.

23/06/2025

Our pets—especially dogs—are top vectors of tick-related diseases. With ticks on the move, responsible pet owners are encouraged to maintain regular veterinary visits to stay on top of preventative care.

Learn more: https://www.npr.org/2025/06/23/nx-s1-5438566/tick-bites-symptoms-region-disease

10/06/2025

Tis the season to be basking in the sun! ☀️ This may not be as fun as you think for pets though. Hot weather can be dangerous, and the American Red Cross has steps you can take to help your pets stay safe this summer. 🏖️😎🐚

Take a look!

The American Red Cross has steps you can take to help your pets stay safe when temperatures rise.

26/05/2025

This Memorial Day, let's pay tribute to the heroes who gave everything for our nation. Their courage and sacrifice will always be remembered.

12/05/2025

A new documentary now streaming on Hulu explores how dogs can provide an invaluable tool for children with autism. It also highlights a local group that's changing lives and is based right here in Southern California: Guide Dogs of America - Tender Loving Canines.

Autism support dogs can help with sensory overload, social interaction and communication, stress reduction and safety among many other things.

The documentary is called "Unleashing Hope: The Power of Service Dogs for Children with Autism" if you're interested in checking it out! 🐶 🐾

Learn more here:

A new Hulu documentary looks into how service dogs can help children with autism and highlights a Southern California program.

09/05/2025

Typically, dogs have been the go-to choice for animal-assisted support. Now a rising interest in therapy cats has sparked fresh questions about how well our feline friends adapt to these roles. 🐱

In a recent study, researchers found that therapy cats shared several behavioral traits, including higher sociability, increased attention-seeking, and a greater willingness to tolerate being held or restrained.

Learn more here! https://www.earth.com/news/why-some-cats-make-excellent-therapy-animals/

Therapy cats thrive if sociable, confident, and tolerant of touch. They comfort people who dislike dogs, offering calm support.

22/04/2025

A new AI-based technology is helping thousands of pet owners reunite with their lost animals, addressing a persistent problem that affects millions of American families each year.

The technology identifies unique features of each animal — from eye shape and whisker length to unusual markings and tail curvature - collecting up to 512 data points per pet, using machine learning to search for matching animals.

A key advantage of the system is its ability to recognize pets even when their appearance changes dramatically after getting lost. 🐾

Learn more about this innovative use of AI: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ai-lost-pets-petco-love-facial-recognition/

A national lost-and-found database run by the nonprofit Petco Love has helped reunite more than 100,000 families with missing animals.