Atlantic Veterinary Hospital Pet Care Corner
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Check out the latest educational articles and tips from the Atlantic Veterinary Hospital team.
6 Brain Games to Keep Your Dog’s Mind Healthy
Proper exercise for dogs is important to their overall physical and mental well-being. But often, mental exercise is given short shrift when looking at fulfilling a dog’s needs. Dogs that are bored or anxious can develop mild-to-severe behavioral...
Should I Adopt a Puppy or an Adult Dog?
This is Part 1 in our 7-part series on pet adoption. Bringing a furry friend into your family is a fun and challenging adventure. No matter what their age when you adopt them, all dogs require lots of care and attention. Particularly if you’re a...
4 Important Decisions to Make Before Adopting a Dog
In Part 1 of this 7-part series on pet adoption, we explored whether to adopt a puppy or an adult dog. We asked several questions to help you assess the type of canine companion that will best fit your lifestyle, energy level, and schedule....
The Perfect Dog Breed for You, Based on Your Enneagram Personality Type
This is Part 3 in our 7-part series on pet adoption Part 1: Should I Adopt a Puppy or an Adult Dog? Part 2: 4 Important Decisions to Make Before Adopting a Dog Coming Next: Part 4: 15 Tips for Socializing Your Puppy Part 5: 6 Steps to Introduce a New...
10 Tips for Adopting a Cat
This is Part 6 in our 7-part series on pet adoption Part 1: Should I Adopt a Puppy or an Adult Dog? Part 2: 4 Important Decisions to Make Before Adopting a Dog Part 3: The Perfect Dog Breed for You, Based on Your Enneagram Personality Type Part 4: 15...
15 Tips for Socializing Your Puppy
Welcome to part 4 of our 7-part series on pet adoption! Part 1: Should I Adopt a Puppy or an Adult Dog? Part 2: 4 Important Decisions to Make Before Adopting a Dog Part 3: The Perfect Dog Breed for You, Based on Your Enneagram Personality Type Coming...
6 Steps to Introduce a New Dog to Your Current Dog
Welcome to part 5 in our 7-part series on pet adoption! Part 1: Should I Adopt a Puppy or an Adult Dog? Part 2: 4 Important Decisions to Make Before Adopting a Dog Part 3: The Perfect Dog Breed for You, Based on Your Enneagram Personality Type Part 4:...
7 Ways to Care for Your Pet Without Breaking the Bank
How can you provide the best care for your pets while keeping costs reasonable? By taking steps to reduce the chances your pet will require expensive, unplanned medical care and expenses. Here are some ideas to help, along with links for further...
How to Keep Your Pet Safe and Calm During July 4 Festivities
Can you guess which day of the year pets get lost the most? July 5. The loud booms and shrieks of fireworks (and people) scare pets and they run off and can’t find their way home. Planning ahead is the key to a more enjoyable holiday for both you and...
5 Steps to Introducing a New Kitten to Your Resident Cat
Welcome to the final installment in our 7-part series on pet adoption! Part 1: Should I Adopt a Puppy or an Adult Dog? Part 2: 4 Important Decisions to Make Before Adopting a Dog Part 3: The Perfect Dog Breed for You, Based on Your Enneagram Personality...
7 Ways to Help Your Pet Beat the Heat
Summer… what a great time of year here in the Pacific Northwest. But summer's heat can be a dangerous time for your dog or cat. To make sure everyone has a fun and safe summer, follow these 7 tips to help your pet beat the heat. Tips for Dogs 1. Provide...
7 Steps to Prepare Your Pet to Be Home Alone While You’re at Work
In Part 1 of this series, we shared practical tips for teaching your cat or dog appropriate “office behavior” when you’re working from home. What happens when you need to transition to working away from home? When you’re not around full-time,...