Pet Care Tips

Being a pet parent comes with many happy moments but grieving the loss of our loved ones including our pets is an unfortunate part of the job. Losing a loved one is not only really hard on us humans, but it can be equally devastating for the furkiddos who loved them dearly. Pets may show it in...

As the weather warms up outside, it’s important to be sun smart when taking your pooch outside in the heat so these summer tips for dogs are important for all you pet parents! Sunny conditions can be harmful to dogs especially when exposed for a long time. Our #AskNHV​ series is here to help with...

Pet parents deal with their pets’ sickness in different ways. They all love their pets, but not all show it the exact same way. Our pet experts come across pet owners from all walks of life, and when it comes to pet dads, we can identify a few broad types. To celebrate Father’s Day, we put these five types...

Hearing the click-clack of nails on the floorboards? Or maybe your furkiddo leaves a scratch when giving you all their love! These are the first signs that it must be time to trim your pet’s nails. Cutting your furkiddo’s nails can be a daunting task, and while your pet may initially be nervous, our #AskNHV​...

As we plan on heading back to the office, all pet parents can think about is what we are going to do with our fur kids! Are they going to be okay alone again, after long periods of constant cuddles, and oodles of attention? As we make this transition, here are some tips on how...

Bringing a new dog into your life can feel a lot like bringing home a baby. You have to learn about how to interact with and care for a little one that needs you to guide them. You know what they say, “it takes a village”. That’s why we’re here to help you as much as we...

Have you ever heard of teeth grinding in cats? Or maybe you’ve experienced your own kitty doing it? But why do our furkids do this and how can it be prevented? There are many questions surrounding this issue and we have decided to help by answering some of the mysteries surrounding teeth grinding in cats....

Hyperaldosteronism is a disease caused by a dysfunction in the adrenal gland and it affects more middle-aged to older cats than dogs. Wait, but what is the adrenal gland? They are two small glands that are located on the top of each kidney. They produce hormones that support vital functions like regulation of metabolism, blood pressure,...

Easter is just around the corner and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate but to talk about RABBITS! Sure they are the first pets we can think of when it comes to the holiday, but did you know that their diets can be very specific and involve more than just carrots? A...

If you’ve never had a pet before, it can be really overwhelming at first. There is so much to learn, like how you should be taking care of your pet, what kind of health care they need, what their behavior and body language mean, just to name a few. Our pet experts are here to help!...