Posts about Pet Care (11)

Is your dog or cat nervous every time you turn the car in the direction of the vet? Do you dread taking your beloved pet in for an exam because you know they'll be frightened, upset, and anxious? If so, you need to experience the difference of a low-stress veterinary visit. Such a thing does exist, and it's something that Intermountain Pet Hospital is proud to say that we are Fear Free Certifed!

Maybe you read that sentence and thought, "Huh?" or "So what?" That's a possibility because if you're not in the veterinary community, that acronym likely means nothing to you. To us vets, though, the accreditation of the American Animal Hospital Association means a lot. It's not something that is overly common. In fact, only 15% of animal hospitals in the U.S. have an AAHA accreditation, and we're very proud to be one of them. Here's why it matters for you and your furry family members.

'Tis the season for coughing, sneezing and blowing your nose. No one's happy to come down with a strain of this year's flu, and hopefully, you've taken concrete steps to avoid it like getting your annual flu shot.

Did you know that your dog is just as susceptible as you are to influenza? That's why it's important to get your dog vaccinated. As part of our mission to keep your dog healthy, IPH has updated vaccination requirements for our dog day camp to include the canine influenza immunization.

Becoming a dog owner is one of the most rewarding things you can do—full of moments of snuggling, love, bonding, and fun. It's not without its annoying moments, though: for instance, when was the last time you got to sit on the porcelain throne without an audience? Or taking a nap without a curious nose sniffing directly in front of your face? Or cuddling with your significant other without jealous stares and moans from your furry friend?

Pets can do wonders for your physical and mental well-being. This won’t surprise a lot of people—you probably wouldn’t be reading this blog if you didn’t have at least some inkling of it. Research supports this idea too: According to a recent study by the United States Humane Society, 79.7 million households have a pet.

Are you looking for the perfect furry friend to complete your family? Choosing the dog breed that will fit your family and lifestyle is an important process and one that you shouldn't rush through. You should consider activity level, temperament, size, genetic issues, and many other factors when researching breeds.

Maybe you're feeling a touch of the winter blues during this winter, now called the "2017 snowmageddon". The snow and ice just seem to keep piling up. When the weather gets like this, it's easy to feel cooped up, bored and frustrated.

Don't forget that your dog probably has a bad case of cabin fever too. You may have already noticed that he or she isn't quite himself or seems to have far too much energy for the house to contain. But when the weather doesn't lend itself to a game of fetch at the park, how can you help your dog exercise and stay healthy?

It's the most wonderful time of the year, for humans and their furry best friends. But don't be fooled by the warm fuzzies into making potentially dangerous choices for your household pets; dogs and cats can be harmed by some of the most innocuous holiday staples.

Are your plans for this holiday season safe and healthy for your pet?

Have you been out of the house a little more often than usual recently, perhaps because of the holidays? Is your dog "getting back at you" for all of your away time?

When it comes to puppies, you'd like to think that everything about them is as sweet, innocent, and adorable as they are--but the truth is that there are lots of puppy facts swirling around in this great big technological world that certainly don't make tails wag. Unfortunately, a lot of this noise is centered around the purebred vs. mutt debate, so when it comes to busting myths, even a seasoned researcher might have trouble telling fact from fiction. Today, the pet care experts are stepping up in defense of purebred puppies and their true challenges and benefits.