Enhance Your Dog’s or Cat’s Health at All Life Stages with Plasma!
Pet parents are more committed than ever to providing their animal companions with top-notch care, and you can support health and wellness at every life stage with plasma-based ingredients. Plasma is the liquid component of blood. It contains functional proteins that support health when included in food, treats, and supplements for dogs and cats. While the nutritional needs of dogs and cats change from puppyhood/kittenhood, adulthood, and the senior years, plasma-based ingredients have proven benefits at every life stage....
Digestion-Friendly Homemade Goodies for Your Dog
Dog parents know treats are more than just a way to spoil your furry friend—they’re an essential tool for training, bonding, and showing love. But what if your pup’s treats could do double duty by supporting their digestive health too? In this blog post, we’ll explore some easy-to-make, tummy-friendly homemade treats that will have your dog’s tail wagging and their digestive system purring (or should we say, barking) with joy! Why Homemade Treats? Store-bought treats are convenient, and there are some great...
How Music Therapy Can Help Your Cat Sleep Better
Do you ever have those nights when your feline friend seems to have forgotten the meaning of beauty sleep? Whether it’s midnight zoomies or early morning serenades, sleep disorders in cats can be frustrating for both you and your furry companion. But did you know that music therapy might be the secret to helping your cat catch those elusive Z’s? Let’s explore how this gentle, non-invasive approach can transform your cat’s sleep habits and bring harmony back to your household. Understanding Feline Sleep Patterns Before...
Shelter Animals Count releases 2024 mid-year report
Shelter Animals Count (SAC), a source for collecting and sharing credible and accessible data, released its 2024 Mid-Year Analysis. The report compares animal shelter intake and outcome data from January through June to prior years. Also included in the report are additional insights from Adopt a Pet, including Supported Self-Rehoming Statistics. Data highlights include: 5% fewer community intakes: Community intakes are lower than this same time last year (Jan-Jun) by almost 5%, accounting for 155k fewer dogs and cats. Both dogs and cats...
Decoding Your Dog’s Urine Color
As a dog parent, you’ve probably found yourself on poop patrol more times than you can count. But have you ever stopped to consider the color of their urine? Your dog’s pee can be a window into their health, offering valuable clues about hydration, diet, and potential medical issues. Let’s dive into the colorful world of canine urine and explore what different shades might mean for your four-legged companion. The Ideal Hue: Pale Yellow to Amber In a perfect world, your dog’s urine should be a pale yellow to amber...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Programs for the community, employee kudos and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. What a nationwide survey can tell us about building programs to keep dogs and their people togetherAn online survey of animal welfare organizations in the United States was done to learn about programs run by shelters and rescue organizations to explore the factors they believe contribute to canine relinquishment and help dog owners keep their pets. There were 111 responses included in the analysis of the survey. On Thursday, September 12,… Learn...
FAQ for Temporary Clinic Relocation
Sep 06, 2024 Beginning September 5th, 2024, all clinic operations and functions in Building C will be temporarily relocated to our Davenport building. A special note for fosters: Please continue to follow the same procedures for medical emergencies, appointments or medication pick-up. We apologize for any inconveniences you may encounter during this transition and assure you that we are doing everything we can to make these changes as seamless as possible. Frequently Asked Questions: Why is the clinic having to relocate? We were made aware of...
Dogs and Cats Thrive on Lean Meats. Try These Two Today!
Lean meats for dogs and cats are good for their health, encourage picky eaters, support healthy digestion, and have many other benefits. Pet parents are always on the lookout for the best food and treats for their dogs and cats, and no matter what you choose, lean meats should be on the menu. With a lower fat content than other proteins, lean meats have myriad benefits for health, digestion, weight management, and more. And the best part is dogs and cats love them! If you’re on the hunt for a healthy, delicious, irresistible treat for...
Austin Pets Alive! Collaborates on Life-Saving Treatment and Research For FIP Cats
Sep 05, 2024 Pioneering FIP Treatment helps save over 250 cats from previously considered untreatable disease. Austin, TX – [Date] – Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) has been working with the University of Florida Shelter Medicine program to conduct research on an innovative treatment to save cats infected with Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP). Until recently, there were no viable or publicly available treatments for the disease, but the medication is now available to the public, providing hope for shelter cats. In July, more...
Excessive Drooling in Dogs
If your dog is going from normal slobber to concerning symptoms, consider the following guidelines. Excessive drooling in dogs can be concerning for dog parents, but understanding its causes and effective approaches to managing it can help ease worries. Here’s a guide to tackling this common issue. Understanding Normal Drooling Drooling is a natural behavior in dogs, serving various purposes, such as aiding digestion and cooling down. However, some breeds, like Mastiffs and Saint Bernards, are known for their slobbering due to...
