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Summer Safety for Pets

Ah, summer! Time for beaches, barbecues, and basking in the sun. As much as we love the warm weather, it can pose serious risks to our pets. From dehydration to heatstroke, the dangers are real. In this blog, we’ll dive into summer safety to keep your pets safe and cool as the temperature climbs.

The Risks of Summer Heat Stroke for Your Pets

As the days grow longer and warmer, summer promises plenty of outdoor fun like swimming, backyard barbecues, and sports. But it’s also the season to remember our pets’ needs with the rising temperatures. Just as we seek relief in the cool confines of air-conditioned indoors, it's crucial to protect our fur babies from the

Best Dog Food for Puppies

Ask the Vet: Best Dog Food for Puppies Dr. Charles Livaudais, DVM  As you might imagine, we get a lot of questions here at Harmony Animal Hospital regarding the feeding of dogs and cats, and specifically the feeding of puppies. I thought I would take this opportunity to go through some of

What Fruits Can Dogs Eat?

Just like us, dogs enjoy snacking on some fruits! Most berries and drupes (fruits with a pit) are generally safe for dogs, however, there are some fruits that are NOT safe for your dog to consume.  Here are a few essential things every responsible dog owner should consider before feeding any kind of fruit

How to Tell If My Dog Has Allergies

Can dogs have allergies? The answer is yes. Like humans, allergies can be a problem and cause quite a bit of discomfort for dogs. Since dogs can't say what's wrong, it's up to pet parents to look for the signs of allergies. So just how can you tell if your dog has allergies?

Can Cats Have Allergies?

Our cats may seem invincible (or at least they want us to think so), but they can often suffer from the nuisance of allergies. Allergies in cats are more common than you may think. It is essential to understand which allergies can affect your cat so you can be on the lookout and keep

Pet Training

For Dogs and Cats Let’s face it: pets sometimes misbehave. Chewing the remote control or stealing some food from the counter occasionally might cause a few laughs or it might be irritating — but it’s rarely a reason for concern. If your pet is involved in more destructive behavior or acting inappropriately towards other

Caring For A Senior Dog and Cat

Dr. Charles with one of his senior patients, Gretel. How to Help Pets Stay Happy & Healthy as They Age Pets are living longer now than they ever have before due to advanced veterinary care. But just like people, they slow down and are more likely to have health issues as they

Can Dogs Have Allergies?

Allergies! They’re one of the most frustrating things about being human. Sometimes it feels like just one tiny fleck of pollen can ruin a day. But we’re not the only ones who suffer! Our dogs can have allergies too! Take Luna and her sister Stella, for example. Every spring and summer, Luna’s allergies flare

5 Top Summer Pet Safety Tips

Summer months can be dangerous for pets, especially if they are left outside without water and shade or travel in the car with you. With the warmer weather comes some unexpected dangers, so it’s a good idea to have your vet on speed dial. From overheating on too long of a walk or run,

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