As fun and rewarding as it is, rabbit care is no easy-peasy job. Yes, rabbits make for delightful pets. They’re affectionate, social, smart and easy to train. But rabbits are also delicate and complex creatures, with specific, even high-maintenance needs that are not always easy to meet. So to help you start off on the right track, here are five quick tips for raising a healthy and happy bunny.
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Four Helpful Halloween Safety Tips for Your Pet Dog and Cat
If you are anything like us, you absolutely love and look forward to Halloween every single year. What’s not to love? If you are a pet owner, Halloween can be taken to an entirely new level of adorableness. You probably started eyeing all the creative and cute costumes for both dogs and cats that began popping up over the last few weeks, giving you ammo to start to plan your furry friend’s Halloween, unbeknownst to him or her.
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Halloween Safety Tips for Dogs: How to Avoid Candy Intake
As much as we all enjoy trick-or-treating, Halloween candy and dogs just don’t mix. But with the candy frenzy surrounding this holiday, many dogs can’t resist taking a bite or two (or more) of candy, only to end up suffering the consequences. Following these safety tips for dogs is the best way for you and your beloved pooch to have a safe and happy Halloween night.
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Four Helpful Pet Photography Tips for Owners
Let’s face it – all pet owners think they are professional photographers when it comes to taking pictures of their darling fur babies. Just like with your human friends and family, it is hard not to want to capture their adorableness and put it on display for all to see.
Are Pocket Pets the Best First Pet to Care For?
Pocket pets. Many of us have heard the term, but do you know exactly what it is describing?
In a nutshell, pocket pets are exotic animals such as flying squirrels, spiny mice and hedgehogs, all who have risen in pet popularity over the years. While their small size and stature may make them look all cute and cuddly, they require special care and handling.
Pet Care Safety Tips: How to Pet-proof Your Backyard
Pet-proofing your home is one of your most important pet care duties, but you can’t say you’ve covered every nook and cranny if you haven’t conquered your backyard. To keep your pet of trouble if you decide to let them go outside to play, consider the following safety tips.
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Halloween Photo Contest!
We will be having a Halloween Photo Contest this year! You can go to our Facebook page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/Sykesville-Veterinary-Clinic-107225419331034/timeline/
Helpful Tips on How to Make Your Puppy More Social
When you get a new dog, whether a puppy or an older pup from your local shelter, it is important that they are properly socialized. Just as with humans, socialization means learning how to become a part of society.
Why You Should Microchip Your New Puppy or Kitten
You’re finally bringing that new bundle of joy home, and you just can’t wait to learn more about them and start your life together. No, we’re not talking about a newborn baby, but a fur baby!
Bringing a new puppy or kitten into your home is a rewarding and life-altering experience, for both you and your pet. In order to give your puppy or kitten a happy, safe, comfortable and loving life, there are a few things you need to keep in mind.
Cat Care Tips: How to Get Your Kitty to Drink More Water
Water intake may not top your priorities in cat care, but being aware of it is key to keeping your feline pal healthy, especially during the warmer months of the year. The trouble is that cats are not really big drinkers; they tend to be fussy about their water. Many cats are often given dry food more than wet, and their bodies can only generate a certain amount of water. As self-sufficient as they are, cats really need their owners’ help to drink enough water.
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