Bringing a puppy into your home is one of the most enjoyable experiences you can have. Filled with energy, the pup will bring laughter and happiness, quickly transforming into your best friend. But, you have to understand that the puppy has particular needs, especially in terms of health and safety. Here are a few useful tips on how to care for your furry friend.
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Responsibility comes with the territory of owning a cat or dog. At Pet Naturals of Vermont, being a good owner is a way of life for us and we know that you feel the same way. Our fur babies are beloved members of the family and deserve to be treated that way!
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Winter in Vermont means snow days, bone-chilling wind gusts and sub-zero temperatures. As pet owners, our priority is keeping our furry companions safe––in all weather, winter included. My little rescue dog is a Southern belle and frigid temperatures are not high on her happy list. Being as this was our first winter together, I sought to prepare us both for the frigid months ahead.
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The holidays are the most wonderful time of year but not so much for our dogs. They experience anxiety related to unfamiliar house guests, owners coming and going, different holiday routines and being left at home alone for longer periods of time. So, what do these distressed doggies look like? Here’s our four.
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Adding a new pet to the family can be a wonderful thing if you take the right approach to your growing fur family. Introducing a new dog to your other pets calls for a strategy to integrate everyone slowly by giving them time to adjust. With these pet introduction tips, you can smooth out the rough edges and reduce stress for everyone.
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By Richard Cross, Editor of The Dog Clinic Do you often come home to destroyed dog beds and ripped cushions?
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Dogs love meat. Everyone knows that. But, your pupper needs so much more than meat to complete a healthy, balanced
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It’s time to rejoice! Spring is finally in the air after a frigid winter. We love our skiing and snowboarding here in Vermont but we’ve had enough of winter. Along with birds chirping and flowers blooming, spring is also the start of tick season in the northeast and other coastal areas.
It’s for that reason April is “Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs” month. It’s a chance for pet parents to learn more about the dangers of tick bites.
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It’s a helpless feeling if your cat or dog suffers from frequent diarrhea or vomiting. Nothing slows down your fur ball faster than stomach issues, which are responsible for 10% of all vet visits. But, you can help your pet stay happy, healthy and active with a daily probiotic supplement.
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There’s a magical quality to winter in Vermont. Despite the arctic conditions, Vermonters can be found out on the ski
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Every cat owner has been (unpleasantly) surprised by a hairball on the carpet, couch or floor. It’s always disturbing to see and hear your cat hacking up a hairball. We love our fluff balls, but those hairballs aren’t the best part of cat ownership.
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Family fun, tasty food and football. Who doesn’t love Thanksgiving? Your cat or dog. That’s who! Thanksgiving is our chance
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When we think of mushrooms, we usually think of steak and cheeses, stir fries, salads and pizza toppings. We don’t
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