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By Dr. Klint Hockenberry Heartworm Disease An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure Heartworm disease is a deadly parasitic disease present throughout the U.S. affecting cats and dogs. It is spread from pet to pet by mosquito bites, then grows inside the pet’s heart. Once in the heart, it can cause irreversible lung and cardiac damage, clot formation with clot spread throughout the body, and death. Due to the import/rescue of animals

By Jessie Rayburn What has four stubby legs, makes a plethora of sounds, and loves to munch on leafy greens? Cavia porcellus of course, the scientific name for the guinea pig. March is adopt a guinea pig month. In honor of these piggy pocket pets, here are some interesting facts about the g. pig. Guinea pigs are also known as cavies. Part of their species name porcellus means “little pig”. The America Cavy Breeders Association

When is the best time to book reservations? How early is to too early? By Ahmae Messersmith It may not seem like it, but summer is right around the corner! Here in our Pet Resort, our ‘peak’ months are June-September when everyone is packing up and headed to sandy shores, lakeside retreats or even a family road trip. If you can’t take your furry friend with you to your destination, you’ll likely book a stay

By Dr. Colleen Carney February is Spay and Neuter Awareness month, and we want to share our thoughts with you! Having your dog or cat sterilized provides a number of benefits, not only to your personal pet, but also to the general pet population. First and foremost, spay and neuter prevents the occurrence of unplanned puppy and kitten litters. Every spring, animal rescues see a high influx of animals and often find themselves overwhelmed with

When we think of February, most of us think about Valentine ’s Day and showering love on our significant others. This month is also……Adopt a Rescue Rabbit month! Rabbits can make wonderful companions with their fluffy tails, soulful eyes, and expressive ears. They come in a variety of sizes and have a wide range of personalities. Bunnies can be bashful, gentle and content to sit on your lap for some snuggles. Others are quirky, playful