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Check out the latest educational articles and tips from the Atlantic Veterinary Hospital team.
Wireless GPS Dog Fences: A Smart Way to Keep Your Pup Secure
Wireless GPS pet fences are gaining popularity, as they offer a number of advantages over traditional wire fences. You’re probably familiar with “fences” that rely on a wire buried a few inches underground around the perimeter of your property. The...
12 Environmental Enrichment Activities for Indoor Cats
Indoor cats crave adventure. That's because cats are not far from their wild ancestors who spent their days and nights hunting for food, defending their territories (typically up to 10 acres, much larger than our homes and apartments), and caring for...
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...
Why Is My Cat Peeing on Laundry?
Note to readers: This is one of our most popular articles. We've updated it with new and more detailed information for 2023. Inappropriate urination is the leading cause of cats being surrendered to shelters. While there are a number of underlying...
Animal Abuse and Domestic Violence are Closely Related
It’s a very sad topic, but one that needs to be discussed – violence and abuse towards humans and animals often occur together. People who abuse animals are five times more likely to commit violent crimes against humans, according to a study by the...
Fire Safety Plan for Pets
Nearly 1,000 home fires each year are accidentally started by pets, according to The National Fire Protection Association. The number one culprit is a stove or cooktop, particularly a gas stove. Dogs are adept at turning on stove knobs, and cats spring...
Why Does My Dog Scoot?
Aargh! Your dog is scooting his butt on the carpet, or the grass, or even worse, the sidewalk. What in the world is that all about? It’s a pain in the butt – literally! While most dogs can reach their backend to lick at an itch or an irritation,...
How to Clean Your Dog’s Ears
Ear infection, or “otitis,” is one of the top three reasons dogs see a veterinarian. A variety of things can cause ear infections in dogs, but environmental and food allergies are the two most common underlying reasons. Other causes include ear...
3 Safety Tips for Traveling in a Car with a Pet
A road trip with your pet can be fun for you and your furry friend. But one of the most common injuries to pets is due to accidents inside cars. Unrestrained pets in a car are unsafe. "You wouldn’t put your child in the car unrestrained, so you...
Service Dogs for Soldiers Bring Healing for PTSD
Dogs make extraordinary service animals. They guide the blind, alert the deaf, and perform tasks for the wheelchair-bound. They predict seizures, cheer the elderly, and encourage children with dyslexia to practice reading aloud. Dogs are used to sniff...
Activity Trackers for Dogs: What to Look For, Plus 6 Popular Fitness Trackers
By Laura ChristiansonGuest Writer During the water aerobics class I attend, most people wear fitness trackers. We have a friendly competition going to see who can burn the most calories during class. Fitness trackers are all the rage, not only for...
Laser Therapy for Pets: Speeds Healing, Enhances Comfort
Laser therapy is a comfortable, drug-free, non-invasive therapy used to successfully treat a variety of painful pet conditions. Laser therapy speeds healing and enhances comfort for chronic issues, such as arthritis and some neurologic conditions, as...