…And Baby makes 4

There are lots of myths surrounding babies and pets. Expecting your first child is a very exciting time, but preparations must be made ahead, giving your cat or dog time to adjust to the idea. In a large percentage of American families, the pet was in the house before...

I’m So Stressed

Our lives are so fast paced and hectic these days, that we sometimes don’t realize our pets are subject to stress also. Long work days, little human interaction, and frequent comings and goings often leave the pets in the house as the “low man on the totem...

Lyme disease warning

In the fall of 2012, the Companion Animal Parasite Council(CAPC) issued their Parasite Forecast for Lyme disease.  Along with the Centers for Disease Control,  CAPC predicts more cases of Lyme disease being diagnosed than ever before. The cold, stormy Rhode Island...

PETA OP-ED

There was an interesting article in the Providence Journal this past Sunday. The commentary was drafted by Alisa Mullins, a writer for PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). Although PETA sometimes has very polarizing opinions, this article provided food...

Flea and Tick Update

We are carrying a new flea and tick product, “Seresto.” Seresto is  a collar that provides 8 month flea and tick control. It has sustained released technology, killing fleas on dogs or cats within 24 hours. It repels ticks, reducing the risk of tick born...