September, 2018 | Advantek Marketing

Ask Your Pet Friends

Who do your friends and family visit to take care of their animals? Referrals are always a great way to source the best care for your pet. No one would refer a vet where they had a negative experience. Get some recommendations to determine which pet professional will offer the highest quality care to your furry companions.

Focus on Friendly

What are the characteristics you look for in a veterinarian and their staff? Pay attention to their attitude, as this can give you insight into how they will treat your animals. Consider the level of customer service as well, as it is an important part of your experience. You would not want to leave the vet with a puppy dog pout, would you? Both you and your animal should be happy.

Flexible Hours

Is the veterinarian’s office only open during times when you are at work or have other commitments? Do they offer 24/7 emergency service? Having a flexible schedule is a valuable asset because your pet’s health is a priority, especially if something time-sensitive needs to be addressed. You need to make sure you can get to the vet without creating burdens in your schedule.

Quality Service

Before making a decision, read online reviews to see what other people are saying about the veterinarian and the care they received. When a vet is busy, it typically means there is good service. Take this into consideration though when booking appointments. If it is difficult to schedule something, then it could be hard to see the vet when an emergency arises. Look for comments that highlight reliability, safety, and comfort.

Lookout for Location

Where is the vet located? In the event of an emergency, you want to be close enough to the office that you can get your pet the care and attention they need. The location should be close enough to your home that you never have to go out of your way to get there in a reasonable amount of time. Depending on how well your pet does with travel, you will want to consider travel time to make them feel comfortable.

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Maintaining and nourishing your pet’s health is crucial to giving them the healthiest and safest lifestyle they deserve. What may be tasty to humans can be toxic to dogs, cats, and other house pets. Advantek Pet lists the people foods your furry friends should not eat to stay happy and healthy.

1. Chocolate and Caffeine

Any chocolate or caffeinated products can cause seizures, heart problems, and several other health issues that can affect your animal long term. Any sweets or high sugar foods should be out of reach from your pets at all times. You should also avoid feeding them gum, candy, and any baked goods. Make sure to inform your younger children that they cannot share their sweets with your family’s pets.

2. Fruits

Citrus fruits can upset your animal’s stomach and are especially dangerous because they can cause nervous system depression. Ingesting small amounts will not be harmful to your pet, but you should not intentionally give them anything citrusy. Fruits like grapes and raisins are also known to cause kidney failure. Though coconut is known to only cause minor stomach discomfort and diarrhea, you should steer clear of this fruit to be safe. Coconut water should be avoided altogether, as it is high in potassium and can affect your pet’s kidneys.

3. Onions and Garlic

Foods like onions, garlic, and other similar kitchen ingredients can create gastrointestinal issues for your pet. It can also lead to red blood cell damage, and cats will have a greater risk if exposed. Dogs should avoid these foods as well, as large amounts will cause similar issues.

4. Raw Foods

Raw foods aren’t healthy for humans to ingest, which means your animals should avoid them completely. Bacteria, such as Salmonella or E. coli, are harmful to both pets and people. These bacteria can be found in raw or undercooked eggs, meats, and bones.

5. Milk and Dairy

Surprisingly, most cats are lactose intolerant regardless of popular belief that cats love milk. Your pets should stay away from milk and dairy products because their digestive systems are not meant to handle these types of products.

6. Fatty Foods

Even healthy fats like nuts and avocado can be toxic to animals and cause a slew of problems, including vomiting and diarrhea. Macadamia nuts specifically can cause depression, tremors, weakness, and hyperthermia in dogs. Imagining the discomfort your pet could be in is reason enough to avoid feeding them these foods.

7. Table Scraps

Even though your pet may beg by your side while you enjoy your tasty meals, they should not eat table scraps, as there may be some ingredients in your food that your children do not know are harmful to animals. As sad as it is to see that puppy dog pout or innocent face looking up at you, do your pet a favor in keeping them healthy.

For a full list of foods your pets should avoid, visit the ASPCA to learn more.

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How to Pick the Right Vet for Your Pet