Posts in Category: Pet Safety

At Volunteer Veterinary Hospital, we understand how stressful it can be to find a lump on your pet. Not all masses, lumps, and bumps are created equal, and checking and monitoring them are an important part of pet wellness. 

While it is not possible to tell many different masses apart just by looking, there are definitely some things that you can do to determine what a new lump might be and how much to worry about it. Keep reading to learn some helpful tips about pet masses, lumps, and bumps.

Whether you’re hiking a local trail or packing up for a long road trip, it’s important to remember a first-aid kit for your furry companions. This summer, we can help you gather road trip pet essentials and stock up on must-have pet supplies that make getting out with your pet simple, safe, and fun.

If you’ve ever fallen asleep in the sun, you know how comforting this experience can be. For cats, sunbathing is the ultimate daily ritual that combines two things they appreciate: sleeping safely while achieving full body warmth. Their natural instincts may be reflected in this behavior, but is there a time when sleeping in the sun should be monitored or limited? 

Among the other items known to cause problems for pets, holiday plants can be terribly toxic. Whether your pet is simply curious, or has a fondness for chewing up greenery, there are certain holiday plants to be avoided at all costs. 

The start of the new school year can be a time of great excitement for students and parents alike. But in the hustle and bustle of school supplies, backpacks, and first-day pictures, it’s easy to overlook our four-legged friends.

Chances are, your pet has been enjoying the extra time with the kids during the summer break and he or she may wind up feeling lonely or anxious once your children are back at school. Help your pet beat those “back to school blues” with our tips on helping your furry companion cope this fall.

Fireworks and pets go together like oil and water. Many pets—cats and dogs alike—are terrified of the loud, cracking sounds that dominate the sky every 4th of July. The team at Volunteer Veterinary Hospital is here with tips to help manage fireworks anxiety in pets. 

The great outdoors can be invigorating, but also creates a lot of potential hazards for pets. 

Winter pet safety at home is a critical topic. Without a careful approach to items stored or displayed inside the home, pets can be at risk in a place they should feel absolutely safe from harm. With a little bit of attention, you can keep your pets safe all season long.

As we head into the cooler months of the year, many pet owners make the choice to save a little money on flea and tick control. Skipping your pet’s parasite preventions isn’t always the smartest choice, though, and Volunteer Veterinary Hospital is here to help explain why. 

Summer temperatures are here, and many of us are enjoying the great outdoors with our family and friends. Often these seasonal outings include our pets. The heat can be dangerous, though, especially for those wearing a fur coat. Volunteer Veterinary Hospital knows how important summer pet safety can be. Please have a great time outside, but take a few of our pointers along to prevent heat stroke in pets.

No one likes an unwelcome house guest, and external parasites like fleas and ticks are no exception. Volunteer Veterinary Hospital has the information you need to kick flea and tick issues to the curb, and keep your pet health habits up to par.