PetDocks Veterinary Hospital Blogs

4 Fun Ways to Have a Cool Pet in the Summer Heat Summertime is full of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, although high temperatures and humidity can make it uncomfortable for your pet. Help your furry pal beat the heat with the following tips. #1: Fill up a wading...

Anchors Away! Boating and Lake Safety Tips for Pets Nothing is better than spending a hot summer day at the lake, and, with a little planning, you can include your pet. Here are five boating and lake safety tips to follow. #1: Fit your pet for a life jacket Although...

Planning Your Pet’s End-of-Life Care Although no pet owner wants to think about life without their pet, eventually a decision must be made about what to do for your pet’s end-of-life care. In many cases, such as with chronic health problems or terminal conditions, you...

5 Ways to Help Your Cat Safely Enjoy Warm Weather As the spring weather warms and summer approaches, you may be looking to enjoy the warmer weather with your pet. Try the following five ways to spice up your cat’s spring and summer. #1: Build your cat a catio You’ve...

3 Reasons Why Every Pet Owner Should Have Their Pet Microchipped Is there any greater fear than the thought of losing your four-legged friend? No matter whether you live near a busy road, in the middle of a vast wilderness, or in a quiet suburb, you may worry about...

How Heartworms Develop in Pets   While heartworms are transmitted to pets via the bites of infected mosquitoes, mammals are an essential part of the heartworm life cycle as well. In honor of National Heartworm Awareness Month, we’re sharing how important your...

How to Protect Your Dog from Lyme Disease   Deer, or black-legged, ticks are the species responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to dogs and people. Lyme disease is no longer limited to the East Coast and can infect dogs across the country. Follow these tips to...

3 Tips on Respecting Your Cat   Respect Your Cat Day is on March 28th! While you may devote every day to your feline friend, make it a point to cater to their special needs on their noteworthy holiday. Follow these tips to show your cat that you respect their...