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Dog Bite Awareness

When you consider a dog who is likely to bite, what comes to mind? If you thought of aggressive behavior, you would not be the only one with this idea. However, the truth about dog bite scenarios is more complicated, and the warning signs are often more subtle. Fearful Dogs and Breed Discrimination Whether it…

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Keep Your Pet Hydrated During the Dog Days of Summer

The enduring summer heat can take its toll on all of our fur friends, particularly senior pets. With high temps and unrelenting UV rays, summer pet safety relies on keeping your pet hydrated and out of the midday heat. Understanding how much water your pet needs each day is another important aspect to ensure hydration…

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Tight Quarters: Successfully Living in an Apartment With a Pet

There’s a lot to love about living in a small space…but what about sharing an apartment with a pet? While not the perfect environment for some breeds, apartments can be a wonderful fit for most pets. With preparation and organization, the team at Schertz Animal Hospital is confident that you and your pet can live…

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Pet Psychology: Getting Inside Your Pet’s Head

For a substantial part of human history, people thought that nuanced emotions like joy, empathy, and despair were specific to the human race. However, if there’s anything companion animals teach us, it’s that they feel – and feel quite deeply. Thanks to current trends involving the anthropomorphizing of animals, as well as the scientific data…

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The Buzz on Pet Parasite Prevention

Fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and other pests are an unavoidable part of life in a coastal climate. With our mild Texas winters and the early arrival of spring, parasite prevention should be on the mind of every pet parent. The Trouble With Parasites After getting bitten by a mosquito or an unwelcome tick, it’s easy to…

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To Smooch Or Not To Smooch: How Healthy Is My Pet’s Mouth?

  We’ve all done it from time to time. You arrive home after a long day at work, greeted at the door by your adorable, exuberant pet and you immediately gather him or her up for a hug and kiss. After all, this is how we show our human family members that we love them,…

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Me-OWWW! Signs of Pain in Cats

If you are wondering whether or not your cat is sick or injured, you might just have to get out the old deerstalker hat in order to play detective. Sure, you’ll likely notice signs that your cat has suffered a serious accident, but many indicators of pain in cats can be just as sneaky and…

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Canine Decoder: Signs of Pain in Dogs

Has your dog been a little “off” lately? He or she could just be having a bad day, but if there are obvious changes in behavior or preferences, it’s probably more than that. Getting to the root cause of pain in dogs can be tricky, so what signs should you be looking for? Ruling Out…

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Overfeeding Your Pet: Choose Affection and Attention Instead

The way to our hearts is through our stomachs…honestly, who can resist a home cooked meal or an especially tasty dessert? Even a well-timed snack can make us jump for joy. However, while your pet may share your enthusiasm for food, indulging in an extra treat or two can render a carefully balanced diet obsolete.…

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Homeopathic Pet Remedies: Too Good or Too Good to Be True?

People are more aware than ever before of their medical options, and pet care is not excluded from this. Owners are continually seeking out different opinions and options for their pet’s care. Many have turned to homeopathy in their quest for new solutions for their pet’s problems. Homeopathy is not a new thing. It was…

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