Ask a Vet: What you need to know about toxin ingestion, inducing vomiting, and pet insurance coverage for pet poisonings
There is no other moment in a pet owner’s life that is more fear-inducing than when a pet ingests a toxin. It’s hard not to panic when you catch your cat licking a lily or come home to your dog surrounded by ripped-open candy wrappers, looking up at you with a chocolate-stained smile. Heart racing, you run to the phone to call your veterinarian or jump online to search if the item is toxic. We know we have to act fast when a pet is poisoned and veterinary treatment can be expensive. We also need to do things to prevent possible poisoning. But pet owners have other questions. What do I do if my dog or cat ate something toxic? What are common household toxins for pets? Are pet poisonings covered by pet insurance?
This March take a break to celebrate these pet themed holidays
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Holidays in March seem endless with Easter
celebrations coming on the heels of a Saint Patrick’s Day party weekend. While
us ‘two-leggeds’ celebrate our furry family members are also honored with these
holidays and awareness weeks.
On March 1st skip the bacon and
celebrate National Pig Day! Pigs as pets are growing in popularity and this day
asks us to respect the meat and pass on the pork!
Pet of the month: little Lola enjoys her playtime with her best friend
Little Lola was a stray cat who wandered into the
middle of the road one night and was rescued by a young girl who then gave that
cat to her cousin. Lola now lives in her forever home with her best friend- a
Jack Russell Terrier named Oliver. Lola loves to jump over Oliver and play with
his toys. She loves sitting by the window and waiting for her family to come
home from work. Lola is very quiet, and timid, and has never quite found her voice.
When she meows it is very quiet and soft. Her fur is a fair buff colour and very soft. She spends most of her time sitting
on the stairs waiting for pets from her people. But don’t be fooled- she loves
to bug her best friend when no one is looking and often gets caught jumping
right over him.
Featured dog treat for March is puppy approved
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You just brought your puppy home and have to choose
a treat for the first time. The pet store can be a confusing place with way too
many endless options. Puppy owners must be more careful when selecting
something new to introduce to their dog's tummy.
When choosing a treat for a puppy it is important to
select a healthy option. A puppy’s stomach can be sensitive and Wellness® Just for Puppy Mini Soft Treats have natural ingredients that are palatable and
highly digestible.
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