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Oh No … Mosquitoes!

By Tammy Gordon, Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control Districtand Doug Kunz, DVM, Medical Director, VCA Desert Animal Hospital One of the joys of pet...

Be Prepared

San Diego Humane Society is urging all people who have animals to ensure they have an emergency plan in place for their pets and...

Where Is Your Pet’s “Go-Bag?”

It was 1:20 AM and, in the darkness, a glow appeared off in the distance. The smell of smoke confirmed what everyone at Living...

Skin Cancer and Pets

Cancers of the skin are often associated with advancing age, breed genetics, chronic inflammation, sun exposure, secondhand smoke, viruses and hormones. When evaluating skin...

Cats Get Bored, Too!

Cats left to entertain themselves all day long may get bored or lonely, which can cause anxiety. Do you know the signs of a...

Handling Your Dog’s Hearing Loss

Most senior dogs suffer some hearing loss and many eventually go deaf. When you become aware of your dog’s impaired hearing, it’s important to...

Super Bowl Tips for Pet Parents

From Dr. Amber Karwacki of Heart + Paw Super Bowl Sunday is a great time to gather with friends and family. Don’t let a trip...

Adoption Tips

Bringing a new pet into your home can be an incredibly joyful experience. While it may seem as simple as going to your local...

Boogie Shoes: End of the Year To-Do List

With the weather changing and holiday festivities just around the corner, it’s time to take a little pause. At my house, we’re making a...

A Healing Touch for Shelter Dogs

Animal Samaritans No-Kill Shelter provides a refuge for at-risk, adoptable dogs and cats by housing, feeding, socializing, and providing medical care until they find...