Tag - safety
November 22, 2024
Kalei Burgess
For many of us, the holiday season brings festivities, fun, and plenty of tasty food and treats. While we’re busy celebrating, it’s important to make sure that our four-legged friends aren’t sniffing their noses into any plates containing foods that may be unsafe for them! Learn how to include them in the celebrations safely and what to do if their paws get into something they shouldn’t below.
Read More About Pet Food Safety During the Holiday Season
September 03, 2024
Emily Parry
When the sun is shining, it is natural to be outside more! While we enjoy soaking up the sun, extreme heat can be dangerous for all members of your family, including your dogs. It's important to know how to keep your pet safe so that they do not overheat. Dr. Clay Hellner, Chief Veterinary Officer at NewDay Veterinary Care, states that pet parent awareness is an essential part of preventing dogs from overheating.
Read More About Keeping Cool: Essential Heat Precautions for Your Dog
Similarly to humans, pets can become obese due to inactivity and lack of a proper diet. There are many harmful effects that pets may experience if they are overweight or obese, and in many pets, a few pounds can make a big difference in their overall health and happiness.
Read More About Three Ways to Prevent Pet Obesity
November 08, 2022
Dr. Lauren Pastewka
In honor of Pet Diabetes Awareness Month, Pet Paradise and NewDay Veterinary Care are focused on educating our pet parents on the signs and symptoms of canine and feline diabetes. While cases of pet diabetes are on the rise across the nation, prevention and early detection are the primary safeguards against this chronic and incurable disease.
Read More About Does Your Pet Have Diabetes? Here’s What You Need to Know
It’s no secret that animals find fireworks frightening. It's estimated that more than 45 percent of dogs show signs of fear when they hear fireworks. Although pet owners do their best to protect their pets, it is nearly impossible to avoid Independence Day fireworks if you live in a city or near the field chosen for the display. This brings us to the crucial question: What can we do about it?
Read More About 6 WAYS TO HELP YOUR PET’S FIREWORK ANXIETY
