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Missing Pet?
4 Ways to Bring Them Home.
2 min read More pets go missing during July 4th fireworks celebrations than at any other time of the year. The loud bangs and pops scare both dogs and cats. We’ve written tips to help pets feel safe and secure during Independence Day festivities. In this blog,...
How to Ensure Pet Safety When Boating and on Lakes
Safeguarding against accidents
2 min read “Phoebe, Zeus, and I love to go to local parks with creeks and rivers,” says Raquel, a Vet Tech at Firehouse Cedar Park. “We all LOVE water. They’ll swim for balls I throw into the water swim for hours!” Our team has pulled together 5 boating and lake...
Harmful Effects of Stress on Your Cat
What to do if your cat is stressed
4 min read “I handle Bagheerah's stress by paying close attention to her body language,” says Elantra, a Vet Tech at Firehouse Cedar Park. “She has subtle physical changes with her ears and tail. I advocate for her, letting people know when to give her space or...
Traveling Tips for Your Cat and Dog
Tips for your jet-set pet
3 min read “My sister Kayla and her dog Zuri love to visit from Ohio,” says Elantra, a vet tech at Firehouse Cedar Park. “Their 20-hour drive from Ohio requires a stop every few hours to stretch both their legs.” Here are tips to prepare for any adventure with your...
How Pet Dental X-rays Benefit Your Pet
Images give us a better picture of what’s going in inside your pet’s mouth
2.5 minute read Check out the Audio Version of this Post!When Captain had his yearly dental visit at Firehouse Cedar Park, his x-rays showed that a few of his roots were not attached anymore. We knew he'd suffer from future pain and infection if we did not remove...
Our New Year’s Resolutions – A note from 2 pets ✏️
(5 ways to love us more in ‘23)
Read: 1.5 min It’s us—Juniper & Raja. You might have seen us on the Firehouse magnet. We’re Firehouse pets and official mascots. 😊 We’ve noticed this time each year that you make a list of ways to improve your life. It seems like a great idea! On behalf of your...
Pet-proof your holiday decor
How to keep your cats and dogs off the Naughty List
1 min read Decorated Christmas trees and a fully lit menorah or kinara are showstoppers. Ornaments, lights, and seasonal scents add to the festive feeling of the season. They also seem like shiny new playthings to your curious pet. When decorating your home for the...
A Feast for All Beasts
Safe Thanksgiving Foods for Your Pet
1 min read Charlie Brown always shared Thanksgiving with Snoopy. If you plan carefully, your pets can join in on the holiday too. Some human foods are unsafe for pets. Yet, plain ingredients (or single ingredients) are fine. Avoid a Thanksgiving trip to the ER with...
Routine lab tests keep your cat or dog in their prime
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1.5 min read When Patrick ate Sago Palm roots this summer, his mom knew she had to rush him to the ER. Sago Palms are toxic to dogs and most attractive (and easy to eat!) when recently dug up. Luckily, Patrick is now fine and his personality has returned to normal. ...