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New Study Finds More Than Half of U.S. Pet Parents Skip or Decline Needed Veterinary Care
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
A recent study by PetSmart Charities and Gallup reveals that over half (52%) of U.S. pet parents have skipped or declined necessary veterinary care for their pets. The primary reason cited is financial constraints, with 71% of those who forwent...
Essential Care: Why Wellness Visits Matter for Pets
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Routine wellness visits are a cornerstone of preventive care, helping dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives. This article by Dr. Mark Thompson emphasizes that, just like people, pets benefit from regular checkups that detect early signs of...
Pet Health Costs: Budgeting for Your Pet’s Care
Friday, February 21, 2025
Being a pet parent is incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with real financial responsibility. In a recent article, the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) outlines practical ways to prepare for the cost of lifelong veterinary care and...
Dangerous Plants for Cats to Avoid This Summer
Thursday, February 6, 2025
In this helpful article, PetPlace highlights common summer plants that pose serious risks to cats, both indoors and outdoors. From lilies to azaleas to sago palms, many popular seasonal plants can cause vomiting, lethargy, kidney failure, or...
Safe and Sound: Noise Aversion in Pets
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Sudden fireworks. Rumbling storms. A dropped pan.
For many pets, these aren't just loud moments. They're genuine sources of panic.
In this AAHA feature, veterinary behaviorist Dr. Lisa Radosta shifts the focus from fixing fear to understanding...
Oh, for the love of pets! Why people won’t budge on pet spending despite inflation.
Friday, April 14, 2023
When pet parents say their animals are like their children, they’re not kidding - and now they’ve got the spending habits to prove it. According to a USA TODAY article, nearly half of pet owners spend as much or more on their pets as they do...
Caring for animals can be tough. What vets don't want you to overlook when it comes to your pet.
Friday, December 23, 2022
Caring for a pet can feel overwhelming, especially when they can’t tell you what’s wrong. In this USA TODAY feature, veterinarians and animal experts share key reminders that many pet parents overlook—reminders that can make a real...
Pets are our companions at home. More employers are welcoming them at work, too.
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
A USA TODAY article highlights a growing trend: pet-friendly workplaces. Companies like Strategic Staffing Solutions in Detroit are proving that allowing pets at work isn’t just heartwarming, it’s good for morale, teamwork, and even...
Pet population still on the rise, with fewer pets per household
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
New survey data from the AVMA shows that while more U.S. households own pets than ever before, the average number of pets per home is declining. In 2020, 45% of households owned dogs (up from 38% in 2016) and 26% owned cats (up from 25%)....
Halloween Safety
Sunday, October 25, 2020
Spooks and treats! Halloween means fun for many people, but not always for our pets. Let’s make sure we keep them healthy and happy.
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