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golden retriever laying in fall leaves

Cats and Dogs | September 5, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Getting Ready for Fall

The falling leaves drift by my window The autumn leaves, of red and gold Eric Clapton Autumn Leaves It’s 79° here in Vermont with clear blue skies and light winds from […]

Small older dog laying on gray blanket with glasses. Critter Chatter Caring for Senior Pets

Cats and Dogs | August 21, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Caring for Senior Pets

“But now the days grow short. I’m in the autumn of the year, and now I think of my life as vintage wine from fine old kegs.” -It Was a […]

two brown dachshunds on the beach

Cats and Dogs | June 3, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Summer Heat Risks

“Hot, Hot, Hot” -Buster Poindexter There is good news for folks in the Midwest and other areas where pets and people are currently shivering in frigid weather conditions. According to […]

golden long coated spaniel dog lying under a tree, scratching. spring parasite prevention

Cats and Dogs | May 6, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Spring Parasite Prevention

  “It’s spring again. I can hear the birds sing again” Lou Rawls, It’s Spring Again Spring is the best. Even though old man winter recently dumped snow and ice […]

Close up of black and white small dog outdoors

Cats and Dogs | April 3, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Heartworm Awareness Month

“Where do broken hearts go?” Whitney Houston, Where do Broken Hearts Go? April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition where adult heartworms live […]

black and white dog sniffing crackers and cookies

Cats and Dogs | March 18, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Poison Prevention Week

“If your poison gets you, I will be on time.” Black Francis, If Your Poison Gets You National Poison Prevention Week (March 17-23) reminds us that some of the deadliest […]

Dark coated terrier dog looking at camera

Cats and Dogs | February 4, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Dental Care For Your Pet

“Don’t be scared I’ve done this before Show me your teeth.” Lady Gaga, Teeth February is National Pet Dental Health Month. The number one disease in dogs is periodontal disease. […]

light brown yorkie puppy looking over the arm of a brown leather chair

Critter Chatter | January 4, 2019

CRITTER CHATTER: Bringing Home a New Puppy

“Puppies are forever, not just for Christmas.” Sia, Everyday is Christmas Bringing home a new puppy is a wonderful way to start the New Year and begin a new life […]

beautiful long haired dog in snow

Critter Chatter | November 30, 2018

CRITTER CHATTER: Winter Pet Safety Tips by Dr. Brown

“Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” Dean Martin It’s getting cold. Really cold! Vermont has snow with temperatures in the minus range, factoring in the wind. Arizona […]