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4th of July Pet Safety Tips: Fireworks, BBQ, and Leftovers
The 4th of July is a wonderful time to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy in the U.S.A. It's also a day off for many people, allowing us to spend time with our loved ones including our pets. While many people have heard fireworks and pets don't mix, there are other areas...
Fourth of July Tips for Pet Safety
The 4th of July is a wonderful time to celebrate the freedoms we enjoy in the U.S.A. It's also a day off for many people, allowing us to spend time with our loved ones including our pets. While many people have heard fireworks and pets don't mix, there are other areas...
Your Senior Pet’s Bucket List
When the time comes to say goodbye to our family pets, having a bucket list in mind is something that a number of people choose to do to make valuable lasting memories. A bucket list is just as individual and unique as our pets themselves. There is no one way to...
St. Patrick’s Day: Irish Pet Breeds
As we celebrate the Patron Saint of Ireland on the 17th of March, it is a fitting time to celebrate all things Irish. Did you know there are dogs and cats whose roots are traced to Ireland? For some it's clear from the name while others are a little less...
Your Senior Pet’s Christmas Wish List
Your pet, like most loved ones, would like comfort and joy for the holidays but how do you provide for those needs? The tube of tennis balls that were once a favorite of your dog may not have the same draw they once did. The toy mice which your kitty once enjoyed...
Final Resting Place
Over the years I have said goodbye to 14 pets I have loved and lost. Each and every time I had cremains returned to me without a plan for where the cremains would eventually be placed. While cremation and disposition of the cremains is a highly personal decision, I...
The Journey to Goodbye: Vlog with Mandi and Mabel
Vlog Question Outline: 0:11- Introduction to Mabel 0:35- What is Mabel's Personality Like? 1:20- What does Mabel mean to You? 2:08- When was Mabel Diagnosed? 3:07- How has Hospice Care helped Mabel's Journey? 3:42- How is Mabel feeling Today? 4:56- What is the...
Top 10 Cat Emergencies
Cats often become reclusive and hide when they are not feeling well, which makes knowing when they need to be seen by your veterinarian a challenge. They have unique signs of emergency conditions that often go unrecognized by owners. Some injuries are obvious, such as...
Easter Pet Poisons
The veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline receive hundreds of calls this time of year from pet owners and veterinarians concerning cats that have ingested Easter lilies. “Unbeknownst to many pet owners, Easter lilies are highly toxic to cats,” said Ahna Brutlag, DVM,...
Caring for Pets When It Matters Most
Pets are part of the family, but sadly, they’re only with us for a season. Once that season nears its end, a decision must be made about helping them make their end-of-life transition. Of course, this is never an easy task. At Caring Pathways, we understand how...