Preventive Vet

This is Korey. He's a diabetic alert dog. While his human was keeping her blood sugar intentionally low to prep new scent samples for training, he kept alerting her and bringing her more and more juice. Turns out it's tricky to explain homework to a dog. 14/10

In this week's episode, Shawn and Ivan invite Anne Tomsic of @PreventiveVet to discuss educational materials on preventing pet health issues and the collaborative efforts between pet owners and veterinarians in promoting preventive pet care: bit.ly/43ZdH6N

For the first time, recreational drugs have made the @ASPCA_APCC annual list of top toxins for pets. These drugs include marijuana-based substances, hallucinogenic mushrooms, and cocaine, which took the tenth spot on the list. bit.ly/43ZlzFT

Heatstroke in dogs and cats is an emergency. It will be fatal if action isn't taken immediately. Know the early signs of heat exhaustion and how to treat it so your pet doesn't progress to the life-threatening stage of heatstroke. #petsandheat bit.ly/petsandheat

If you’re a cat lover, you should also love this shift within the veterinary profession. It’s called the Fear Free movement. It’s super important… and long overdue. bit.ly/3aSlvko

Don't underestimate your cat's ability to slip through a barely open window or knock out a screen. And don't overestimate their ability to avoid falling out of that open window. It's important to do some safeguarding this summer. #catwindowsafety bit.ly/catwindowsafety

Is your cat itching to get outside this summer and explore? Worried about keeping them safe? Try a harness walk. Before you head out the door, it's important to know how to pick the right harness and get your cat comfortable wearing it! preventivevet.com/cats/how-to-pu…

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If your dog is bored and you're looking for new and fun ways to burn excess energy, go on a sniffari! Certified trainer Cathy Madson is giving you the inside sniff on this genius, but often underused, enrichment opportunity. #sniffaritoday bit.ly/sniffaritodayh…

Celebrate, you must. #maythe4thbewithyou

If you have houseplants and a dog, this post is for you. Do you know what common houseplants are toxic to dogs? We have 20 on our list that every canine-cuddling horticulturist needs to know! #dogsafeplants bit.ly/dogsafeplant

Being able to put a muzzle on your dog in case of accident or injury can help them stay calm and prevent injuries to yourself or the veterinary staff during treatment. Certified trainer, Cathy Madson, gives you the how and why in this article. #howtomuzzle bit.ly/howtomuzzle

Not all dogs love bath time. But that doesn't mean it has to be a miserable or stressful experience for them, or you! bit.ly/dogbathtips

Is walking your dog a struggle because they lunge and bark? Leash reactivity can be dangerous and stressful! In this article, certified dog trainer Cathy Madson shares her favorite method to work on leash reactivity, fear, or anxiety. #openbarclosedbardog bit.ly/openbardogtrai…

Notice your dog is giving increased attention to a particular spot on their body? They may have a hot spot! Hot spots are no fun, but they may be treatable at home. Learn about causes, treatments and when to call your vet. #doghotspots bit.ly/hotspottreatme…

Are you familiar with Cat Scratch Fever? It's not a song from the 50s. It's actually a bacterial infection. If your cat licks a wound on your skin, or causes one with a bite or scratch, you could be at risk. So, it's a good idea to have the facts. preventivevet.com/cats/what-to-d…

In honor of #NationalHaikuDay and based on a true story: Fur floating slowly Like American Beauty Into my coffee

Heatstroke in dogs and cats is an emergency. It will be fatal if action isn't taken immediately. Know the early signs of heat exhaustion and how to treat it so your pet doesn't progress to the life-threatening stage of heatstroke. #petsandheat bit.ly/petsandheat

Sago Palms are EXTREMELY dangerous for cats and dogs! And they're everywhere. If you have a cat or dog, read this article and share it with your pet parent friends. #sagepetdanger bit.ly/sagopetdanger

With the right tools, you can greatly improve your senior dog's quality of life. We've rounded up some of our favorite products for you. #seniordogcare bit.ly/seniordogstuff…