Recent Blog Posts
Arthritis in Senior Pets
Nov 11, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessArthritis, or joint inflammation, will affect 1 in 5 pets in their lifetime and is the number 1 reason pet parents seek out pain medications for… Read More »
Making Your Home Senior Pet Friendly
Nov 7, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyBy the time your beloved pet reaches their senior years, they have most likely shared a home with you for close to a decade… Read More »
Pet Care For All Stages of Life
Oct 24, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessFrom the tiniest ball of fluff to the greying muzzle of a faithful companion, pets have… Read More »
Pet Dental Health
Oct 17, 2019 Tracey Aston GroomingWe brush and bathe our pets. We research the best foods and veterinary care, and we make sure to exercise and provide mental stimulation.… Read More »
Nose to Tail Checkup
Oct 10, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessEven though sometimes we wish they could, our pets can't talk to us. In the case of keeping our secrets, that may be a… Read More »
Dog Walking Laws and Safety
Oct 7, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyWalking with our favorite furry friends can be great exercise and stress relief for pet parents and provides physical and mental benefits for our… Read More »
Loose Leash Walking
Oct 4, 2019 Tracey Aston TrainingOne of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to spend time with your dog is by taking a leisurely walk. Walking provides great exercise… Read More »
State Exemptions for Rabies Vaccine
Aug 26, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessVeterinarians, shelters and most rescues will push yearly vaccines for pets, but not all pets can safely have yearly vaccines. Pets with passed negative reactions to… Read More »
Titer Testing
Aug 22, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessMany pet parents concerned about over-vaccination don't realize there are options available such as titer testing. The majority of pet parents have never even… Read More »
Vaccines in Relation to Autoimmune Diseases
Aug 19, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessVaccines are meant to trigger the immune system, that's what they do. In some cases, that triggering can lead… Read More »
Over Vaccination
Aug 15, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessOne of the first things a new pet parent is told when choosing their new family member is to immediately schedule a veterinary appointment for the… Read More »
Vaccines and Vets
Aug 8, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessMost pet parents believe their veterinarian to be the utmost reference for knowledge on their pets, and most cases this is true. Veterinarians do what they… Read More »
Vaccines 101
Aug 1, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessVaccines, sometimes referred to as “shots”, are a way to prepare a pet's immune system to fight off disease causing organisms. Vaccinations play a critical… Read More »
What You Need to Know About PA's Weather Laws
Jul 29, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyOn June 29 2017, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed “Libre's Law.” The law, named after… Read More »
The Dangers of Unattended Pets
Jul 25, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyEvery year, thousands of pets are stolen to either be sold to laboratories, for fighting rings as fighters or bait dogs, for ransom to… Read More »
Pets and Water Safety
Jul 22, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyMany dogs enjoy the playing in the water and summer time is the perfect time for swimming and enjoying the water. Not only is… Read More »
Heat Related Dangers for Pets
Jul 18, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyImagine sitting outside in 80+ degree weather with a full coat on. Now imagine you're running around chasing a ball or playing a game… Read More »
How to Help Protect a Pet From Getting Lost
Jul 11, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyIt's a pet parent's worst nightmare - one minute your pet is there, the next,… Read More »
Pancreatitis
Jul 3, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessThere are two things synonymous with Independence Day celebrations – fireworks and family picnics! More and more families are bringing their furry family members along with… Read More »
Noise Phobias and Calming Techniques
Jul 1, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessThe summer months can be a virtual minefield for pets with noise phobias. The hotter, humid days can usher in the chance of severe thunderstorms and… Read More »
Cat Aggression
Jun 27, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessAccording to animal behaviorists, feline aggression is the second most common feline behavior problem seen. Aggressive cats are very formidable! Aggressive cats will not… Read More »
Cat Mental Stimulation
Jun 24, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & WellnessMental stimulation and exercise is just as important for our cats as physical exercise and the benefits are two fold! One, a bored kitty… Read More »
Traveling with a Cat
Jun 20, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyWhether going on a vacation, moving or a simple trip to your veterinarian to make sure your cat is in good health, there are times… Read More »
How to Litter Train a Cat
Jun 10, 2019 Tracey Aston TrainingIt's a common misconception that cats are born litter trained and won't require any extra training. While… Read More »
Cat Misconceptions
Jun 3, 2019 Tracey Aston Health & Wellness“In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this.” “Dogs have owners, cats have staff.” We've all heard the funny, cute and… Read More »
It Takes More Than a Love For Pets
May 27, 2019 Tracey Aston Hiring a Pet SitterOnline dog walking apps and part-time pet sitters are popping up all over the internet, unfortunately, the horror… Read More »
The Danger of Fake Reviews
May 23, 2019 Tracey Aston Hiring a Pet SitterThe digital age has changed our daily lives in varied and positive ways – computers, cell phones that double as tiny computers, instant communication and a… Read More »
Kids and Pets
May 13, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyA family expecting a baby is one of the main reasons pets are rehomed but this doesn't have to be the case. To increase… Read More »
Age Appropriate Pet Responsibilities
May 9, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyNot only is the family pet a great first friend for children, pets can be a great way to teach children age appropriate pet… Read More »
How to Safely Approach a Dog
May 6, 2019 Tracey Aston Pet SafetyWho doesn't love a cute dog? Those puppy eyes and soft fur and unconditional love are only… Read More »
