Yes! Mosquitos and fleas are both present year round across the United States. In our warmer Southern climates, our pets are even more vulnerable, in fact South Carolina ranks in the top ten for heartworm infection. So please, for the sake of your pet, discuss affordable options with us to protect your pet. 

Primarily, we want to prevent the deaths of thousands of unwanted pets. But did you know that paying or neutering your pets can greatly reduce their risk of developing many types of cancer later in life? Spaying your animals will also reduce/eliminate the chances of your pets developing a uterine infection called a pyometra which can be a life threatening condition.  It may also decrease or even eliminate unwanted behaviors such as aggression or running off.  Spaying or neutering your pets is also the only way to do away with unwanted litters of puppies or kittens without placing an extra burden on animal shelters.

In short, to extend the quality of life for your pet. Bad breath, inflamed gums, plaque and tartar buildup, and loose teeth are all of great concern when it comes to the health of your animal’s mouth. Regular checkups and cleanings can help eliminate bad breath and pain when eating. We can also discuss what treats, toys and dental products you can use to help keep your pet’s dental health in check.

Please avoid feeding any of the below foods to your pet. Make sure they cannot accidentally ingest any of these foods:

• Alcoholic beverages
• Apple seeds
• Peach & Apricot pits
• Avocados
• Cherry pits
• Candy (particularly chocolate—which is toxic to dogs, cats, and ferrets—and any candy containing the toxic sweetener Xylitol)
• Coffee (grounds, beans, and chocolate-covered espresso beans)
• Garlic
• Grapes
• Gum (can cause blockages and sugar free gums may contain the toxic sweetener Xylitol)
• Hops (used in home beer brewing)
• Macadamia nuts
• Moldy foods
• Mushroom plants
• Mustard seeds
• Onions and onion powder
• Potato leaves and stems (green parts)
• Raisins
• Rhubarb leaves
• Salt
• Tea (because it contains caffeine)
• Tomato leaves and stems (green parts)
• Walnuts
• Xylitol (artificial sweetener that is toxic to pets)
• Yeast dough