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It’s warm and sunny out—pawsitively delightful for dogs and humans alike. But if you’re planning to take Fido out for a midday walk, you might need to rethink a danger that’s hidden in plain sight: hot pavement.

High temperatures and direct sunshine can bake both sidewalk pavement and asphalt to an unsafe degree. Today, the team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital will share what dog parents need to know about keeping their pals’ paws safe in the summer.

As pet owners, protecting pets from accidents and injuries comes with the territory. If you have a swimming pool, ensuring a safe environment for your furry friends needs to be a number one priority. 

Pets, especially dogs, are naturally curious creatures who may be attracted to the water. While some pets can swim well, others may struggle or panic in the water. Even strong swimmers can become exhausted quickly if they fall in unexpectedly or struggle to find a way out. In this blog, our caring team at Marketplace Veterinary Hospital shares 10 tips for keeping pets safe around swimming pools.

Reverse sneezing can be downright scary. There’s no darling ah-choo! sound to admire. Instead, your pet will suck air in through the nose over and over, almost as if trying to catch their breath. Your dog or cat may extend their head and neck and stand strangely still. Some pets will snort or gag. 

There’s nothing like pulling up to a drive-thru window and having someone appreciate the cuteness of your dog. If they offer a pup cup—a doggy-sized serving of whipped cream—you might be tempted to say yes. But should you?

Yes and no.

A little bit of whipped cream probably isn’t a big problem for most dogs, but it’s important to understand the ingredients your dog is consuming. You should also know what potential risks your dog could face before you make it a habit to take all the pup cups your favorite local coffee shop offers.

Here’s what the team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital wants you to know about the sweet snack. 

April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Maybe—hopefully—you already give your dog or cat their heartworm prevention medication regularly. But we believe it’s important to learn what heartworm disease is and why this preventive medicine is critical to your pet’s health. 

March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month, and to help raise awareness of common pet toxins, our team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital has compiled a list of the most common pet poisons found in the home.  

Pets can struggle with allergies just like we do. Their symptoms might show up differently than the run-of-the-mill sneezing and snot humans get to deal with. But the allergies are no less annoying for our furry family members! 

As we head into spring, the team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital would like to share some know-how about managing pet allergies. 

Did you know that pet oral health and diet go hand in hand? The pet foods our dogs and cats eat can impact the buildup of plaque on their teeth. Choosing the best pet food for dental health can go a long way toward protecting those pearly whites.

In this blog, our team at Marketplace Veterinary Hospital shares tips on choosing foods for healthy pet teeth. And other strategies for preventing dental disease with food.

Every pet deserves a life filled with fun, friends, and fabulous new experiences! At MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital, we’re all about helping your furry friend embrace the world with confidence and curiosity. Socialization is key to making that happen. Whether you’ve got a bouncy puppy eager to meet everyone or a cautious cat who prefers a slow approach, introducing new people, pets, and places can make all the difference in their happiness and ease with new situations.

Bringing a new pet home is an exciting time, and your new pet’s first experiences in their new surroundings can set the stage for their well-being going forward.

In this blog, our caring team at Marketplace Veterinary Hospital helps parents understand the nuances of introducing a new pet in their lives, whether you’re introducing pets to each other, or just hoping to make your new pet feel right at home.