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5th of December 2024
Animal-Friendly Resolutions
It’s hard to believe but 2025 is just around the corner. Are you thinking about adopting one or two new animal-friendly habits in the new year? If so, we’re here […]
1st of October 2024
Help Animals by Donating Your Car During Cartober
By Lauren Puckett Dr. Christine Rainwater drove her 14-year-old Honda Civic for 240,000 miles before deciding it was time to throw in the towel. As a dog owner and lover, […]
19th of August 2024
The Joy of Adopting Adult Pets
By Liz Bresnahan If you are an animal lover, you know that a pet’s love is priceless. Life’s simple moments are that much sweeter. Maybe it is your cat’s calm […]
1st of July 2024
Keep Your Pet from Going AWOL (Absent With-Out a Leash)
By Madeleine Devost Each year, over 10 million pets are lost in the United States. However, many are found when the owners take swift and necessary action. Summer can be […]
23rd of June 2024
Hot Weather and Your Pet
By Heather Nokes Did you know that dogs and cats do not sweat like humans? Their main sweat glands are located on their paw pads and are not very effective […]
3rd of March 2024
Kitten Fostering 101
By Heather Nokes “Kitten season” refers to the period from early spring to late fall when most kittens are born. This phenomenon is mostly due to warmer weather allowing stray […]
5 Lesser Known Household Pet Hazards
By Carly Sanders It’s no secret that animals like food. Some animals really like food, and most dogs and cats fall under that category. When you’ve got a pet that’s […]
19th of January 2024
Cold Weather Considerations for Pets
By Joan Cassell With the recent snowfall here in Loudoun County, this is a good opportunity to take a mid-season look at your pet’s cold weather needs. If you think […]
25th of August 2023
Is Your Cat a Difficult Eater? Here’s What You Can Do
By Lauren Puckett Eating is an essential part of living. But for our feline friends, it’s not always easy. Many cats can be picky eaters, while others tend to overeat. […]
16th of August 2023
4 Ways to Deal with the Loss of a Pet
By Lauren Puckett For most of us, losing a pet is like losing a member of the family. The sense of loss can be profound. As you go through the […]