by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jun 18, 2023 | Pet Adoption, Pet Rescue, Pet Safety
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 Massachusetts...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jun 11, 2023 | Pet Safety
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 onto...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | May 21, 2023 | Pet Safety
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 shouldn’t put...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | May 1, 2023 | Pet Safety, Wellness
By Laura Christianson Guest 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 humans, but also...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Mar 26, 2023 | Pet Safety
“Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey,” was a cute Disney movie about three lost pets traveling across country and arriving home. Sadly, that’s not reality. Losing your pet can be a traumatic and sometimes tragic event. Even if your pet wears a collar and ID...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Mar 19, 2023 | Pet Care, Pet Safety
Sixty-three percent of Americans have a feline friend, canine companion, or other type of pet, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. When disaster strikes, pets are often lost or have no place to stay if owners must move to a shelter or a temporary...
