Has your cat been moody lately? Does it feel as though you’re always close to getting a bad scratch every time you try to play with him/her? Your cat could be exhibiting stress by acting aggressively or constantly changing their mood. Changing a cat’s environment or routine can leave your feline friend feeling stressed, and...
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3 Steps You Should Take to Properly Care for Your Dog During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Even though shops and parks are slowly re-opening throughout the Rio Grande Valley, there might be a chance that you aren’t ready to be around others. Do you miss taking your furry pal for a stroll through a farmer’s market, a convention, or the many parks in the area? Well, the great news is that...
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Create a Healthy and Happy Environment For Your Pet Indoors
During this mandated break, you may choose to house your pets indoors. Cozying up with your furry loved ones may sound ideal, but it can come with unwarranted consequences. Shedding, excess dirt, and pushing boundaries are possible outcomes of bringing a pet indoors. Still, there are steps you can take to live peacefully with your...
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4 Tips for a Hassle-Free Spring Break Trip with Your Pet
Many families love to vacation and bring their furry friends along during the spring break period. If you plan on doing the same, have you considered which items you’ll need or what you’ll have to do ahead of time to make your pet’s trip hassle-free? Our vets would like to share a few tips to...
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2 Important Tips to Help Break Your Dog’s Bad Chewing Habits
Many people enjoy creating healthy New Year’s resolutions at the beginning of each year, but how many have considered breaking an unhealthy habit in their canine friend? Chewing on shoes or furniture may seem like hard habits to break in a pooch, but it is doable! Learn why your dog might be chewing too much...
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Make Your Pet’s Experience a Positive One When Flying During the Holidays!
The holiday season can be an exciting time filled with celebrations and vacations. However, it can be a bit tricky if you choose to travel with a pet. Doing so can be even trickier if you intend to fly. Airport regulations have recently enacted stricter flying policies for pets and our veterinarians encourage you to...
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3 Ways to Create a Balanced and Healthy Lifestyle for Your Pet Birds
If you happen to own a pet bird or two, do you notice them endlessly squawking to get your attention? If they're well-fed in a comfortable environment, you might be scratching your head wondering why they're acting this way. It could be a variety of reasons like boredom. The best thing you can do to...
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A Few Tips on Keeping Your Small or Feathered Pet Safe During a Hurricane Evacuation
Preparing a pet for a hurricane can be overwhelming and nerve-racking, especially when having to evacuate an exotic pet like a bird or rodent. You can help these delicate creatures by preparing an evacuation plan that suits their needs. In a previous blog, we went over a few tips on preparing your pet for hurricane...
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3 Hassle-Free Steps You Can Take to Ensure Your Exotic Pet’s Safety When it Plays Outdoors
Summer is the perfect season to spend some time outdoors with your family and pets, but it’s important to be cautious when letting your friend run loose during playtime, especially if it’s of the exotic variety. These pet types can include: Rabbits Hamsters Guinea pigs Chinchillas Hedgehogs Bird These may have a higher risk of...
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How You Can Prepare Your Pets for the Upcoming Hurricane Season
With hurricane season lasting from June to November, you should make an emergency plan for your pets just as you would for yourself! Some hurricanes may give you a little time to prepare, but most give no warning by suddenly changing course, and unless preparations have been made, the loss of human and animal life,...
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