Category - Miscellaneous

Does Your Pet Need Flea and Tick Control in Winter?

Young girl with dog and cat in the snow

A common question veterinarians get is whether or not it’s OK to skip flea and tick treatment during the winter months. It seems logical that foregoing treatment during the coldest months would be OK, but fleas can continue to hatch even during the winter months, and ticks find various ways to...

Can My Dog Eat…?

You love giving your dog special treats from time to time—and that probably includes human food slipped to your pooch while you’re enjoying a meal or snack. Many human foods are safe for dogs, but some are not. Before you slip your dog a treat from your plate, be sure to look up whether or...

Ultimate Holiday Pet Gift Guide 2021

Dog and Cat in front of a Christmas tree

The holidays are almost here, so it’s time to start shopping for the people you love most! As you shop for sweaters for mom and toys for the kids, don’t forget the four-legged family members. Allivet has put together our Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide to help you find the perfect gifts for your...

Veterinary Telehealth: A New Way to Care for Your Pet

It’s 8 p.m., and your dog isn’t interested in his food. He also vomited and just seems uninterested in playing or going for a walk. Since your vet’s office is closed, you have two choices: head to an emergency pet hospital or wait until morning when your vet office reopens. Thanks to the rise...

Facts About TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return)

Whether you live in a big city, a suburb, or a rural location, it’s likely that you’ve seen them dashing about, looking for food, or finding respite from the sun by lounging under a car. Collarless cats that have no interest in your attention and that sometimes bear evidence of their last...