January
Parasite Prevention Month
Most pet owners wouldn't knowingly put their pet at risk of becoming infected with a potentially deadly disease,  yet according to the American Heartworm Society (AHS), millions of pet owners who fail to protect their dog from heartworm infection are doing so everyday.
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February
Pet Dental Care Month
National Pet Dental
Health Month
20% off
Cook County
Spay and Neuter
Program
$40.00 off
It’s estimated that without proper dental care 80 % of dogs and 70 % of cats will show signs of oral disease by age three.  With your help, your pets can have healthy teeth and gums throughout their lives.
You simply need to provide them with a few things...
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March
Heartworm Prevention Month
Most pet owners wouldn't knowingly put their pet at risk of becoming infected with a potentially deadly disease,  yet according to the American Heartworm Society (AHS), millions of pet owners who fail to protect their dog from heartworm infection are doing so everyday.
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April
Flea and Tick Prevention Month
Tick eggs live in the grass and weeds your dog may run through on family outings, daily walks, or during regular daily activities. Once attached to your furry canine companion, the eggs of the tick infest not only your dog but also his bedding and, ultimately, his home.
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One of the most important things you can do to give your dog or cat a long and healthy life is to get them against common diseases.  Your pet’s mother gave her puppy/kitten immunity from disease for the first weeks of existence by providing disease-fighting antibodies in her milk.
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June
Parasite Prevention Month
Most pet owners wouldn't knowingly put their pet at risk of becoming infected with a potentially deadly disease,  yet according to the American Heartworm Society (AHS), millions of pet owners who fail to protect their dog from heartworm infection are doing so everyday.
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July
Spay And Neuter Month
Spaying and neutering not only helps solve the serious problem of unwanted pet overpopulation, but also makes for friendlier, easier-to-live-with pets. Spayed female dogs are more relaxed, while neutered males are less likely to roam, urine-mark their territory or fight with other males.
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Declawing is best done when a kitten is three months of age or older when it can be carried out at the same time as the neuter and spay.  Young cats seem to learn to cope without their claws more quickly than do adults. In most cases only the front claws should be removed.
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September
Wellness Screening Month
During your pet's regular examinations, it's important that you report any health or behavior changes you've noticed since  the last visit in order to identify signs of disease early so you and your veterinarian can work on slowing or stopping its progression.
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October:
Pet Loss Prevention Month
Your pet is an important member of the family and unfortunately thousands of pets are lost or stolen each year.  To help prevent pet loss, consider microchipping with HomeAgain®, an advanced pet identification system that reunites pets with their owners.
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November
Obesity Prevention Month
Obesity cannot occur unless the amount for food (calories) exceeds the animal’s nutritional requirements.  Simply put, if a pet is overweight, it is eating too much. Any overweight animal should be evaluated to make sure there are no metabolic diseases that are ...
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December
Pet Examination Month
As a result of advances in veterinary medicine, more knowledgeable care and improved nutrition, dogs and cats are now living longer, healthier lives.  But, just as for humans, the passage of time has its effects, and you may begin to notice that your once-frisky pet seems to ...
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