As you’ve probably noticed, summer can get pretty hot around these parts. That scorching Louisiana weather can be very hard on pets, particularly those that are in their golden years. If you have an older dog or cat, you’ll want…
June is Adopt A Shelter Cat Month! While there’s definitely never a bad time to adopt a shelter cat, shelters are often overloaded at this time of year with an influx of kittens. This is a purrfect time to adopt…
Do you enjoy boating? Whether you like heading out to the Gulf, boating in a lake, or cruising through the swamps or bayou, there’s a good chance that you’ll meet some boats with doggos on board while you’re out on…
Do you like going to the beach in summer? Many of our canine companions love the waterfront. Fido may enjoy hitting the shore as much as you do! However, you will need to make sure your pet stays safe and…
Easter is coming up on April 17th! It’s always nice to celebrate the spring holiday, and welcome the return of warm weather. Like any other holiday, Easter does present some specific hazards to our furry pals. A local New Orleans,…
April is Stress Awareness Month! While this was of course originally aimed at people, it applies to cats too. Our feline friends are quite emotional, and can get lonely, anxious, or depressed. A New Orleans, LA vet discusses kitty stress…
Did you know that Lepto is one of the most common hazards our canine pals can encounter outdoors? Lepto is short for Leptospira, which is a dangerous bacteria found in water and wet soil. Those are two things that we…
Laissez les bon temps rouler! It’s Mardi Gras! As the good times start to roll, you’ll need to take some precautions to keep your canine companion safe. This can be a dangerous time of year for Man’s Best Friend! A…
Has your cat been diagnosed with hearing impairment? Are you considering adopting a deaf kitty? Fluffy can still have a wonderful and happy life, even if her ears don’t work quite right. You may find that, for the most part,…
Did you know that February is Beat The Heat Month? It’s also Prevent A Litter Month and Responsible Pet Ownership Month. If you were to put those three things in concentric circles, spaying and neutering would definitely fall into that…
