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Here at Pet Savvy we aim to bring you the best information on finding and caring for the perfect pet for you and your family.

Whether you're wondering which dog breed will be best for a home for small children, how to care for your new fish, or what to feed your exotic pets, we've got the information for you!

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Latest Findings

May 09 2012

Flea and Tick Control for Your Pet

Published under Featured,Fleas

(NC)—Ask any cat or dog owner and they’ll tell you: summer time is high season for fleas and ticks. The best way to deal with these pesky pests is to check your pets regularly and catch fleas and ticks before they get a chance to infest your home. As a timely gesture, Health Canada gives [...]

Mar 21 2012

Heartworm: Is your dog at risk?

Published under Dog Care,Dog Health,Dogs,Featured

(NC)—Does your dog love the outdoors? She’s in good company. Unfortunately, being outside also comes with health risks like heartworm disease. Heartworm is spread by mosquitoes and one bite from an infected mosquito is enough to transmit the disease to your dog. Coyotes, foxes, and other wild animals can also become infected. Once this happens, [...]

Mar 21 2012

Keep your pets flea-free all season

Published under Fleas,Pet Care

(NC)—April showers bring May flowers – along with the desire to get outside. Unfortunately for pet owners, spring can also mean the return of unwanted parasites for their pets. As the season begins, make sure your pet is protected and has a clean bill of health. Fleas, for example, are invasive and stubborn pests. Their [...]

Mar 21 2012

Help keep fleas off your cat

Published under Cats,Fleas

(NC)—Typically, when most pet owners protect an animal against fleas, they think of their dogs first. However, it is important to remember that cats need protection too. With warmer weather here, many cats are spending more time outdoors, playing, resting, or roaming the neighbourhood. Such outdoor adventures leave them susceptible to exposure to fleas or [...]

Mar 21 2012

Don’t let your dog face peril in the park

Published under Featured,Pet Care,Pet Safety

(NC)—Dog owners know that socializing with other animals is an important part of raising a happy, well-adjusted pet. A family with a single dog will visit parks or public spaces where their pet can meet and play with other dogs. The park is a haven for dogs—not only will they stay active, but exposure to [...]

Mar 09 2012

Seven tips for a truly pet-friendly hotel stay

Published under Featured,Pet Care,Pet Health

(NC)—Let’s face it, the last thing you want to do when heading out on the road is leave the furry family members behind. With 150 locations in Canada, Comfort Inn hotels say they are no strangers to guests travelling with pets and offer the following tips to make your next stay at a pet-friendly hotel, [...]

Mar 07 2012

How to keep your pet healthy during any season

Published under Featured,Pet Care

(ARA) – Americans love pets – to the tune of 62 percent of all households with at least one pet in residence, according to the Humane Society of the United States. Statistics show that 72.9 million homes accommodate approximately 78.2 million dogs and 86.4 million cats. With so many four-legged friends among us, pet health [...]

Feb 24 2012

Tips to prevent your pet’s mess

(NC)—Do you love your pet, but hate the mess? For dog owners especially, cleaning up after their furry friends is a daily battle. Dogs are more than happy to track mud and grass from the backyard to your floor or leave fur and dander to collect on your carpet and furniture. What’s a loving pet [...]

Feb 15 2012

Have fun and play safe

Published under Pet Safety

(NC)—Swimming pools are great ways to have fun and relax—but make sure you follow a few basic safety tips to make your leisure time as safe as possible this summer. And keep in mind—adult supervision is essential at all times when children are using a pool. Keep a cordless phone or cell phone nearby while [...]

Feb 02 2012

Your dog’s good looks start from the inside out

Published under Dog Care,Dogs

(ARA) – Let’s face it – when it comes to a dog’s looks, people often think that theirs is the most gorgeous they’ve ever seen. They hold their head high on walks around the block, and think no dog at the park stands a chance against their pooch’s appearance. But constant grooming and doggie outfits [...]

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