Archive for February 2025
Spring Shedding Season: Tips to Manage Your Dog’s Coat
Spring is here, and while the season brings blooming flowers and warmer weather, it also marks the beginning of shedding season for many pets—especially dogs. If you’ve found yourself sweeping up never ending piles of fur more frequently or bringing pet hair with you everywhere you go, you’re not alone. Spring shedding is a natural…
Read MoreWinter Parasites: Fleas, Ticks and Heartworms Aren’t Just Summer Problems
Winters in Asheville may bring colder temperatures and cozy fireside moments, but the threat of parasites for your pets doesn’t take a seasonal break. Fleas, ticks, and heartworms remain active during the winter months and can pose serious risks to your pet’s health. Many pet owners mistakenly believe these parasites are only a summer concern,…
Read MoreSpringtime and Leptospirosis: Protecting Your Pets from This Dangerous Disease
Springtime is a season of renewal, sunshine, and outdoor fun, but it also brings hidden dangers for our furry friends. One of the most concerning threats this time of year is leptospirosis, a bacterial disease that can affect both pets and humans. Leptospirosis thrives in warm, wet environments—like those seen during spring in Asheville, NC.…
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