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In honor of National Puppy day, let’s go over some of the essentials for new puppy parents. Be sure to order your puppies food in advance. Begin by making sure you have a supply of suitable food for your new puppy. We offer Diamond Naturals complete nutrition dog food made to support overall health and wellness. Be sure that whatever food you choose for your new pup is nutritional and supports digestive and immune health. A balanced diet is essential to ensure your puppy grows at a consistent rate and stays healthy and strong. Dogs are only with us for a short time so we want to make sure their diet sustains them for a long and active life. One of the biggest battles with a new puppy in the house is training them to use the potty outside. Having training pads or old towels available can help ease your mind about any accidents. Puppies need to go outside hourly...

Happy Easter from all the Staff at Vera’s. We hope you have a happy and safe holiday. In preparation for this week’s activities lets talk about how you can include your pup in the festivities but ensure they are safe and happy. In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, don’t forget about your dog! Easter is full of traditions and fun, such as eating tasty food, meeting the Easter Bunny or going on an Easter Egg hunt! With just a few small adjustments, they can take part in your traditions too! While they don’t understand what the holiday is all about, they can still enjoy celebrating. To ensure your pets safety, watch out for these common Easter items: Small Easter toys: Some Easter Eggs may contain a small toy inside, which is exciting for children! But extra care should be taken to ensure that your dog doesn’t play or chew on these toys as they could cause obstructions in...

It is important to be aware of the signs that your pet may need urgent care, as timely treatment can make a significant difference in their health and well-being. Dogs can alert to many different medical conditions including Seizures-They can be caused by a variety of factors, including epilepsy, brain tumors, and head injuries. Diabetes Panic Anxiety Repetitive behaviors Allergic reactions, and more. Signs That Your Pet May Need Urgent Care: Difficulty breathing: It can be a sign of a serious issue such as an allergic reaction, heart problem, or respiratory infection. If you notice that your pet is panting excessively, gasping for air, or coughing, it is important to seek urgent care. Changes in behavior or activity level: If you notice a sudden change in your pet’s behavior or activity level, it can be a sign of an underlying health issue. For example, if your normally active pet becomes lethargic or sluggish, it could be a sign of illness...

When pet parents need someone to watch over their pets while they are not around. which one of the methods is more suited for you and your dog’s needs?...

Loving them is easy, leaving them is hard. The pressures and demands of modern-day living and hopes to make it a little easier for people to take that vacation or work those extra days without having to worry about their dog, boarding services in OKC are available. You can enjoy your getaway without worries, as they will take care of your Lil’ furry babies. Boarding Moore For Your Pet: Did you know that boarding your pet doesn’t have to be stressful for you or your furry companion? The days of dropping your pet off to stay in a small, steel kennel are long gone. Now boarding includes spacious, well-lit living spaces that offer your pets great plenty of great views outside their accommodations and lots of activities to keep your pet busy. Veera Posh Paws Moore is one such. Some spaces are large enough for a whole family of pooches if your house has several sets of paws living in...

As your Pet, Any Chances of Me Getting Infected With New COVID-19? Is it safe to Pet me or not? As an important member of our family, we want to keep our pets healthy and safe. Given the unknowns about the disease, no one is able to pinpoint correctly about the actions of the New COVID-19 on our pets. So let’s see what some of the specialists say. Experts have previously said that pets cannot contract coronavirus, but, as with humans, they could pick it up from surfaces just like we can. Li Lanjuan, an epidemiologist and representative of China’s National Health Commission cautioned pet owners in China: “If pets go out and have contact with an infected person, they have the chance to get infected. By then, pets need to be isolated. In addition to people, we should be careful with other mammals especially pets.” But, The World Health Organization has stated: “There is no evidence that a dog,...

I am one of the privileged owners of a dog who shares our life as a faithful companion. Caring that person who showers us with so much unconditional love and affection, has its own challenges. As a dog owner, we should know some basic dog training and a healthy dog diet to veterinary care and more. Every dog is different but basic dog care is the same for most of the dogs. Some Basic Dog Grooming Areas You Should Concentrate: For a dog owner like me, Grooming is a wholesome word, which is inclusive of everything that comes under pet care. Here we go: The 5 Star Areas Of Pet Care: Housing Nutrition Training Grooming Veterinary Care Housing Our dog needs a clean, comfortable and safe environment. A well-built, well-furnished and weatherproof kennel and sheltered areas to protect him against weather extremes such as the wind, rain, cold, heat, sun, etc. is a must. Nutrition Depending upon the age, size...

Every pet lover wants to see that day when their pets aren’t scratching, whining and stressed with the hidden ticks preying on their hairy bodies. The pets don’t complain but you can’t bear the sight of them going through this. The only way to keep this from happening is to get your dog groomed regularly. Ticks carry diseases and can get a firm grip on your pet’s body, suck blood and infect your dog very quickly. The most common type of ticks that affect is the American dog tick or the hard tick. It is very common across the country and most pets get affected sooner or later with hard ticks that suck blood regularly and infest. In some cases, the ticks remain dormant and get active when least expected. They look flat when unfed and are highly difficult to detect and sometimes get camouflaged making it that much more difficult to remove them. And these ticks can survive without...

Dogs are sources of love, care and security at home. These fluffy pets are family for every pet owner. Even a small mood off in a pup feels like heartburn for its owner. What causes some unexpected change in the behavior of dogs is loneliness- the solitude it experiences when its owner is not around! More than any other domesticated animal, these intelligent species are specially evolved to get emotionally connected with humans. Throughout the pages of history and even today, dogs remain man’s best friend. They are considered icons of loyalty and the examples of love they have for their owners are heard every day. Without the proximity of their loved ones, dogs do get depressed. They become aggressive, reject food intake and often become destructive by nature. Whenever owners are away, they leave their pups at daycare. Here they receive care from experts who keep them involved in various productive activities throughout the day. Active involvement spares no...