by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Mar 17, 2025 | Pet Health, Pet Owners, Pet Safety
Pets are far more sensitive to fumes and artificial scents than we are. And because their bodies are so much smaller than ours (usually) they are more vulnerable to toxic substances as well. For these reasons, you need to make sure that the cleaning products you use...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Jan 2, 2025 | Fun, Pet Owners
Adopting a dog or cat from a shelter has countless benefits, for you and for the animals. Bringing a pet into your home will change your life—and theirs—for the better. If you’re looking for a few good reasons to adopt a pet, here are 25! 25 Reasons to Adopt a...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Dec 23, 2024 | Fun, Pet Owners
You might have heard that for cats and dogs one year is like seven years to humans. However, calculating your pet’s age in “human years” isn’t quite that simple. Cats and dogs both reach adulthood by age two, and dogs reach middle age much more...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 22, 2024 | Pet Owners, Visiting The Vet
It’s a heartbreaking fact, but there are literally millions of homeless pets living in shelters around the country. April 30th is Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, so now is a good time to think about bringing a new pet home or donating to a local shelter. If you want to...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Feb 9, 2024 | Fun, Pet Owners
Can your pet be your Valentine? Sure! Nobody loves us like our pets do. And even though we shower them with affection, they always appreciate some extra one-on-one time. So whether you want to spoil them with some extra treats or get gorgeous with grooming, here are...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Jul 10, 2023 | Cats, Pet Owners
Bringing home a new kitten is an exciting time, but you also need to be prepared. Knowing what to expect and what you’ll need to buy ahead of time will make introducing your kitten to your home go as smoothly as possible. Here’s everything you need to know about how...
