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July is Lost Pet Prevention Month

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In addition to being known as the time for barbecues and beach days, July is nationally acknowledged as Lost Pet Prevention Month. Veterinarian Shelby Neely offers practical tips to keep your pets safe and spread awareness about how to recover lost pets. Why is Lost Pet Prevention Month Important...

June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month

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Veterinarian Shelby Neely discusses the benefits of adopting a cat. June is Adopt a Shelter Cat  Month, so it’s a perfect time to consider bringing a new cat into your home.    by Dr. Shelby Neely Even though June is almost over, adoption is such an important topic that it should be...

National Pet Preparedness Month

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Emergency plans should always include your pets. Veterinarian Dr. Shelby Neely shares some basics of pet preparedness planning.  by Dr. Shelby Neely Every year in June, National Pet Preparedness is promoted to encourage pet parents to be prepared if a natural disaster occurs. As a vet, I always...

Understanding Heartworm Disease

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Heartworm disease has been diagnosed in all 50 states. Dr. Shelby Neely, a veterinarian with decades of experience, explains what heartworm disease is and why it’s so important to protect your pets.   by Dr. Shelby Neely   Heartworm disease is just as it sounds – worms in your...

Budgeting for Your Pet’s Medication

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Pet ownership is equal parts reward and responsibility. Part of that responsibility includes doing what you can to keep your pet happy, healthy, and active. It only takes one visit to the vet to learn that the costs of pet health care can add up quickly. Fortunately, there are some things pet...