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By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | August 31, 2022 It’s never been more expensive to own a pet. Not only is inflation driving up the cost of every procedure and medication, but vets are asking more of pet owners than ever. Annual checkups have suddenly become twice-yearly checkups. The list of recommended...
By Carrie Hyde | August 1, 2022 When prepared correctly with the right precautions, raw pet food is safe for both your furry friend to eat and you to handle. Unfortunately, many owners aren’t aware of the right way to deal with this kind of diet. And many do things that put both themselves and...
By Carrie Hyde | July 23, 2022 Across the country, numerous industries are experiencing staff and labor shortages. One area that has not gone unaffected by these shortages is the veterinary care industry. Short staffing, illness, and an increase in pets finding homes during the pandemic have led to a pet care crisis. Many pet...
By Carrie Hyde | May 27, 2022 We know how nervous going to the vet makes our pets, but what many owners don’t see is the anxiety a trip to the vet can sow in us. This is especially true for those of us who lean more holistic than the typical veterinarian. For us, going...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | May 21, 2022 When you have a bad experience at a small business, how do you handle it? Do you ask for the manager? Or do you go straight to your computer to write a scathing review? What many people don’t realize is that their reaction...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | April 17, 2022 No one wants to watch their furry best friend struggle with age. But for those pets who are lucky enough to see their golden years, it comes with the territory. One thing many owners of ailing pets wonder is if they should still...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | March 29, 2022 Approach the average vet with a pet suffering from dry skin, skin allergies, fungal infection, or fleas, and you’ll often get the same answer: Your pet needs a medicated shampoo. Medicated shampoos certainly have their place in the world of pet healthcare–just ask...
By Carrie Hyde | March 11, 2022 Frequent nail trimming is a vital part of your dog’s preventative health regimen. Not only does keeping your dog’s nails short reduce the chances of painful nail injuries, but it also helps keep their feet and joints healthier. Dogs with overgrown nails develop unnatural gaits that can damage...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | February 8, 2022 Talking about dog anal glands may not be something you want to do. But if you’ve ever dealt with anal gland woes, then you know that this uncomfortable subject can quickly become much more uncomfortable for your dog. Not to mention, quite stinky!...
By Carrie Hyde, The Spaw Pet Life Coach | February 5, 2022 Pet hair is just one of the things you have to deal with when you welcome a dog or cat into your life. That hair is bound to get on your floor, your furniture, and all over your favorite outfit. But at what...
