Tips for Adjusting your Pet to the Holidays and Changing Seasons

At this time of year, most dogs and cats shed their summer coats in preparation for putting on their winter fur. Tangled, matted hair cannot provide insulation as nature intended. Daily or weekly brushing can help keep fur tangle-free and healthy.
Cats and kittens love to nap in warm places, so a warm vehicle engine can seem especially inviting on a chilly day. Make it a habit to knock on the hood of your vehicle, honk the horn, or even look under the hood before you turn the key.
If you notice your cat “straining” to go to the bathroom, it may not be constipation. Instead it could be a sign of a life-threatening urinary tract blockage common in male cats. Consult your veterinarian immediately.
Just say no to turkey bones. They can splinter causing internal injury. Avoid the temptation to feed table scraps during the holidays and keep your pets on a familiar, consistent, good quality pet food.

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