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How to Travel in 2023 with Your Cat or Dog
Vacationing tips for your jet-set pet
3 min read Jamie and Gunner on their road trip. Dogs do well when parents prep well. “Preparation is key,” says Jamie, a vet tech at Firehouse Kyle. “I always bring Gunner on holiday. I’m ready for anything, with water, snacks, bowls, and food for the car. I also...
The Importance of Pet Dental X-rays
Images show us what we cannot see on the surface
2.5 minute read Check out the Audio Version of this Post!When Betty White visited Dr Opyt at Firehouse Kyle for her recent dental cleaning, x-rays showed a few teeth with root issues that would cause infection and pain later. We decided to remove the teeth so...
Our New Year’s Resolutions – A note from 2 pets ✏️
(5 ways to love us more in ‘23)
Read: 1.5 min It’s us—Juniper & Raja. You might have seen us on the Firehouse magnet. We’re Firehouse pets and official mascots. 😊 We’ve noticed this time each year that you make a list of ways to improve your life. It seems like a great idea! On behalf of your...
Pet-proof your holiday decor
How to keep your cats and dogs off the Naughty List
1 min read Decorated Christmas trees and a fully lit menorah or kinara are showstoppers. Ornaments, lights, and seasonal scents add to the festive feeling of the season. They also seem like shiny new playthings to your curious pet. When decorating your home for the...
A Feast for All Beasts
Safe Thanksgiving Foods for Your Pet
1 min read Charlie Brown always shared Thanksgiving with Snoopy. If you plan carefully, your pets can join in on the holiday too. Some human foods are unsafe for pets. Yet, plain ingredients (or single ingredients) are fine. Avoid a Thanksgiving trip to the ER with...
Routine lab tests keep your cat or dog in their prime
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1.5 min read When Patrick ate Sago Palm roots this summer, his mom knew she had to rush him to the ER. Sago Palms are toxic to dogs and most attractive (and easy to eat!) when recently dug up. Luckily, Patrick is now fine and his personality has returned to normal. ...
If You Are Facing the Loss of Your Pet
When your pet dies, we are here with answers and support
2min read Sean’s older cat Gracie limped with pain. She began to bump into walls and urinate in the living room. Then, when Sean’s younger cat began to groom Gracie, he realized it was time to prepare for her death. Our cats and dogs are family, so it’s...
6 Signs Your Pet Has Allergies
Dogs suffer more often than cats
2 min read Beatrice’s mom worried she’d injured her back when she began walking off-kilter and licking her rear side. A visit to Firehouse Kyle confirmed the culprit was allergies. Luckily, an injection helped relieve the itchiness. And a topical ointment healed the...
Pet Allergies Happen All Year Long
Know the triggers to prevent suffering
1 min read Allergens are small particles that our bodies might react to. Allergens enter a pet’s body through their skin, ears, and nose. Dogs can suffer from allergies all year long. Year-round triggers include: -Environmental elements: grass, cedar, mold, pollen....