Hi! I’m Leslie. Pet parents or future pet parents I’m here for you. As a pet nurse, my goal is to give you helpful, professional insight, to elevate your pet parenting experience. Lets keep your four-legged family members happy and healthy. To me, pets are family and the human animal bond is key to the health and wellbeing of both pet and pet parent.
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As pet parents, we have a responsibility to not only care for our pet but do what we can for the greater pet population. I don’t mean in a financial way or adopting more pets than we can afford. Simply spaying or neutering your pet is one of the single greatest things we can do […]
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” says the Benjamin Franklin quote ; rings true today when it comes to pet dental care. Healthy teeth and gums are an essential part to your pets’ overall health. You invest in your pets’ happiness with family time, time to play and exercise, sweaters to […]
Winter can present challenges to your pets well-being. Dogs need to go outside not just when nature calls but it is essential for them to get exercise for their physical and mental well-being. Although cats most often use the facilities indoors, many venture outside on a regular basis as well. It’s not to late for these […]
Declawing cats has its supporters and opponents. In 2017 the Association of Feline Practioners (AAFP) published their position statement on feline onychectomy or declaw. They strongly oppose the elective procedure. Some veterinarians and veterinary hospitals are no longer performing this procedure. There are alternatives to declaws. The position statement by AAFP has brought out arguments […]
How to Give Your Dog A Bath Are you comfortable giving your dog a bath? As pet parents we should all take an active part in this basic step to dog care. Bathing and grooming adds to the overall health of your dog. The benefits of bathing can include cleaning the skin and coat which […]
Pets in the classroom can add value to the educational environment. They stimulate learning, teach responsibility, encourage nurturing, build self-esteem, develop compassion, and promote the human animal bond. All are valuable assets for children long after they graduate. Positive Outcomes Animals can broaden children’s views because they learn about different animals eat, where they come […]
Dogs in the Workplace The opportunity to bring dogs to work gives employees a connection not only to their company but also to other employees that make each work day more productive and enjoyable. A 90 Pound Lab in a Prius I was lucky enough to work for a company that allowed dogs to accompany […]
Heartworm infection is common in dogs throughout the United States (cats get them too). They have the ability to do a lot of damage and can be fatal. Luckily, it is almost 100% preventable. Mosquitos transmit heartworm infections from animal to animal. Once the infant stages mature they live in the heart and large blood […]
Adopt A Senior Pet November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month and is set aside to help older pets find loving forever homes. Many people look to a shelter or a rescue hoping to adopt a puppy or kitten, looking past the perfectly adoptable older dogs and cats. Puppies and kittens have that awe factor. Who doesn’t love […]
Over the river and through the woods, it’s that time of year for family travel, including with our pets. Traveling with your pet takes planning and can be fun. Since we moved away from my home state, our dogs have needed to travel more frequently. They were experts and the 20-minute jaunt around the interstate […]