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Great Christmas Gift - Pet Insurance
Looking for that perfect Christmas gift for mom or grandma? How about pet insurance for her favorite furry friend.Veterinary medicine has come a long way in the past couple of decades and because of these medical advances, veterinarians can perform many procedures that were previously unheard of. Although these advances...
Keeping Pets Safe at Thanksgiving
Photo: Maureen M.As we gather to celebrate the holidays, Dr. Kenneth Drobatz, Chief of the Emergency Service at Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital, offers the following tips to keep your pets healthy and out of the emergency room this Thanksgiving:Festive foodsMaintain your pet’s regular diet. Treats of turkey, ham, gravy, cookies, and...
Pet Safety at Night
NIGHT-WALK LED SAFETY DOG COLLARTonight it will be dark at 4:45 pm! As the days become shorter, it may be difficult to get that evening walk in before dark. That doesn’t mean you should stop those after-dinner strolls with your dog; it only means that you need to be a...
5 Signs of Pet Diabetes
Did you know that it is estimated that 1 in 300 adult dogs and 1 in 230 cats in the US have diabetes?According to a 2016 study released by Banfield Pet Hospital, there has been an alarming increase in the incidence of diabetes in dogs and cats throughout the country....
Tips for Trick-or-Treating with Your Dog
Photo: Andrea MillerHalloween is fun for the whole family, but is it fun for your dog? Many of us enjoy Halloween, but depending on your dog’s personality, he may like staying home better. Sometimes it is kinder to leave him behind. If your dog is social and you think he...
The End of Daylight Savings Time Affects Your Dog
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 3, 2019, at 2:00 am.While we are excited about the extra hour of sleep that the end of daylight savings time signals, don’t be surprised if your dog is up at his usual time ready and waiting to go. Remember, it’s not your...
Happy Global Cat Day
Photo: Missy M.Today, Wednesday, October 16, 2019, is Global Cat Day. Formerly known as National Feral Cat Day, this holiday was started by Alley Cat Allies to improve and protect the lives of all cats.Alley Cat Allies and its supporters around the world will observe Global Cat Day® on Wednesday,...
Is Your Pet Obese?
Today, Wednesday, October 9, 2019, is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) wants to alert pet owners of an E X P A N D I N G problem.Did you know that currently more than half of all domestic dogs and cats are...
10 Ways to Celebrate Happy Cat Month
Photo: Missy M.Happy Cat Month gives us an opportunity to focus on finding ways to keep our feline friends happy and healthy.Many of us love our feline friends because they are so independent. Unlike dogs, domestic cats do not generally see their owners as a focus of safety and security...
Braxton's to Hold 19th Annual Harvest Fest
Here at Braxton’s, we are getting ready to celebrate our 19th Annual Harvest Festival this Sunday, September 22 from 11-4. Our annual Harvest Fest is a hugely popular community event for pet lovers and animal service providers from all over the region. Harvest Fest brings together animal lovers, rescue/shelter organizations, and many other...
Are You Ready for Some Football?
The Philadelphia Eagles begin their 2019 NFL season at home this Sunday, September 8th at 1:00 pm against the Washington Redskins in an NFC East matchup. Are you ready?When it comes to representing your team, don't forget your furry friends! Dogs and cats want in on the action too. You...
Braxton's to Host Top Dog Contest
Braxton’s Animal Works, members of the Wayne Business Association, will host the TOP DOG CONTEST at the Radnor Fall Festival again this year on Sunday, September 15, 2019.Sponsored by the Wayne Business Association, The Radnor Fall Festival provides an opportunity for neighbors and friends to catch up while enjoying great...