Overcoming Pet Obesity

The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention estimates that 54% of…

Protect Your Pets from These Common Household Poisons

March is a great time of year! For those of…

Common Pet Allergy Symptoms

Just how concerned should you be about your pets having…

Five Healthy Habits for Your Pet to Start in 2018

The new year is here and just as we implement…

Tips for Training and Re-training Your Pet

Last month you asked PetFirst to share some advice for…

Winter Weather Pet Care

Here are some quick tips to help you and your…

Tips For Traveling With Your Furry Friend This Holiday Season

The holiday season is here, and for some pet owners,…

How to Keep Your Outdoor Cat Safe This Winter

Our pets are a special part of our family, and…

Why are my dog’s eyes cloudy?

Those adorable puppy eyes get anything they want, don’t they?…

How to Keep Your Cat Safe This Halloween

Black cats are a classic symbol of Halloween, but this…

What You Need to Hear About Your Pet’s Ears

They're often one of the cutest features of your pet:…

Pet Adoption Tips

Adopting a new dog from anywhere is a big undertaking.…

Dos And Don’ts Of Pet Health Emergencies

  When your pet seems to be having a health…

Mange – what causes it and how do you treat it?

What is Mange? Mange is a skin disease which is…

Why You Should Adopt a Senior Dog

Americans are spending more than ever on their pets, and…

Halloween Dangers

Dogs, cats and birds can get in trouble eating trick…

New Pet Essential Supplies

Few things are as exciting as bringing home a new…

Cat Arthritis 101: Symptoms & Treatment Options

Just as certain dog breeds are susceptible to developing arthritis…

When Your Cat Won’t Use the Litter Box

As a cat-owner, it’s only a matter of time before…

Retinal Detachment in Dogs

  What is Retinal Detachment? The retina is the innermost…

What Is Syringomyelia?

  Syringomyelia is a condition which causes fluid-filled cavities to…

Urinary Tract Infection in Dogs

What is a UTI? Urinary tract infections are the result…

What I Wish I Knew About Owning A Dog

- Guest Blogger: Danielle Salice Growing up in a home…

Evacuating With Animals: What You Need to Know When Disaster Strikes

  Just as people were starting to recover from Hurricane…

Trick Question: Pet Insurance or Savings Account?

Maybe your dog doesn’t need surgery, though. Maybe your dog…

Common Feelings After Deciding To Euthanize A Pet

Our pets have made their way into our homes, our…

Receiving a bad prognosis from the vet: Guest Blogger, Danielle Salice’s story

No one can prepare you for receiving a bad prognosis…

What Drove Me to Look for Pet Insurance? Guest Blogger: Danielle Salice

After losing my first Boxer at age 4 to kidney…

Sick As A Dog: Puppy Health Problems To Watch For

Taking your new puppy home for the first time is…

Yikes! My Pet Has Fleas! What Do I Do?

Here’s the lowdown on getting your pet's flea infestation under…

List of Veterinary Specialist Practices and What They Do

  A veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who has completed…

Cat & Dog Tick Bites- What it Means for your Pet’s Health

For something so small, ticks can be a big threat…

What’s in Your Disaster Kit?

The destruction left by Hurricane Harvey and the many pets…

Stop Itchy Paws in Their Tracks

  If you have a dog with itchy paws, you’re…

Is Clicker Training Right for You and Your Dog?

  If you have a dog, you probably have heard…

Easy Ways to Improve Pet Health

Our furry friends are part of the family, and just…

Cat Owners, Do You Know These Common Feline Health Problems?

  The United States is home to more domestic cats…

Not spaying your female dog? Here’s what you need to know about dog periods.

  One of our PetFirst employees was looking at adding…

Rescue Him Again: CPR for Your Pets

Note: This blog is not meant to replace the training…

The Common Traits of a Bad Pet Bed

Choosing the perfect bed (or beds if you are like…

Various Herbs used by Holistic Care Veterinarians

Homeopathic and alternative treatments are becoming more common in human…

Xylitol and Your Dog: What You Need to Know

  If you have a canine companion, chances are you've…

5 Things You Need to Know About Your Senior Pet

  We humans love our pets. We love them so…

The Benefits of Microchipping Your Dog or Cat

  We love our animals – they aren’t just pets.…

It Pays to be Picky: Choosing a Vet

  If you're like us, you consider your pets to…

Why Your Veterinarian Is Worth Every Penny

  There are several questions that run through a pet…

5 Ways to Cope with the Loss of a Pet

  The loss of a pet will always be a…

Tips for Moving with a Pet- Across Country or Around the Corner

First and foremost, congratulations on your new home! Whether you…

Dog Breed Health Spotlight: Labrador Retrievers

  Labrador Retrievers are beloved for their loyalty and friendliness,…

Kids and Pets: 4 Essential Ground Rules for Bringing Home a New Pet

Supervision It is critical to supervise all interactions between children…