Be Careful of Blue-Green Algae Blooms This Summer

The weather is nice, and everyone wants to be outside, including your pets.   However, there’s reason to be vigilant, especially around water. Standing water can make your pet sick. Be especially aware of algae as blue-green algae bloom on a pond or lake can make your pets seriously ill. We will answer some common […]

Spring And Summer PSA: Watch for burrowed bunnies on your lawn

Since the weather is getting nice again, we should remind everyone to check their yard for bunny nests prior to mowing the lawn. Rabbits build shallow nests just below or on the surface of grassy areas. Most commonly the build near bushes, or trees, but are not limited to those areas. These nests tend to […]

What should I do if I see a coyote OR a fox?

It’s very common to see Coyote in Cobb County, Georgia. What should I do if I see a coyote OR a fox? Don’t be alarmed if you see them in the wild but do be alert. Cobb County Animal Services does not respond to wildlife calls if you simply see a coyote in your neighborhood. […]

Educate Yourself About Heartworms And Save A Life

Edited By: Susan VanHemert APRIL IS ‘NATIONAL HEARTWORM AWARENESS MONTH’ When you become a pet parent, you are so excited and filled with love. With that enthusiasm, comes a lot of responsibility. One thing that probably is not on your mind immediately is Heartworm disease. It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito. Depending […]

Does your dog need a DNA Test?

A year ago I would have laughed at the thought of getting my dog a DNA test. Seriously, I love my mutts; I don’t need to know what breed they are to knowhow much I love them! I recently found out that Dog DNA tests are much more than just finding out what breed they’re […]