Las Palmas Pet Clinic
Your pets health is our highest priority
1232 S. General McMullen
San Antonio, Tx 78237
210-435-7732
Las Palmas Pet Clinic
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Heartworms, which are spread by mosquitoes, are still a threat once the cooler weather arrives. Mosquitos thrive in warm, humid weather but can be found everywhere except for extremely cold areas like Iceland. Make sure to continue with the monthly heartworm prevention all year.
Pet Safety Tips for a Healthy and Happy Holiday Season
The holiday season is upon us. Soon kids will be trick or treating, family will be visiting and gifts will be exchanged. But what looks like a good time for us can be a scary or dangerous time for pets. Here are some tips to make this holiday fun for you and your pet.
The holidays are a time of gathering friends and family together. This could be a scary time for pets if they are not used to crowds of people. If distant relatives make your cat or dog nervous have a place ready they can go to, like a back room or large kennel. Provide toys and treats to keep them occupied until your company has said goodbye.
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Everyone loves decorating for the holidays. The stores seem filled with decorations several months before the holiday itself. Not every decoration is Pet friendly however. Small items could be choking hazards for curious dogs and cats. Some seasonal plants can be dangerous as well- lilies, palms, chrysanthemums and more can be toxic.
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No matter what our age is we all love chocolate and the holidays means plenty of sweet treats. Just because we have a sweet tooth doesn't mean our pets have one as well. Chocolate can be toxic to pets. Keep all candy out of reach of your dog and cat. If you like giving them a treat then keep a bowl of dog snacks nearby to avoid giving them candy.
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Have you ever counted the times you opened and closed your door for trick or treaters? It is probably a large number. Each time it opens is a chance for your pet to run out. Consider keeping you pet on a leash or in a closed room with toys and music. If your pet is not microchipped consider doing so before the holidays. It greatly improves the chance of your pet being returned to you if they should get out.
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When we gather around the table for the special meal make sure that your pet has a bowl of treats nearby as well. Keep a bowl of dog or cat treats on the table and have your family and friends give your pet the treats instead of table food. This will keep your pet happy while avoiding any illness that may occur later from getting table food. Turkey, stuffing, cake and all the rest may be good for us but can make your dog or cat very sick. Never give them table food, it will keep them healthy for a longer time if they only eat dry or can dog/cat food.
