#AECPREVENTS Blog
Explore Our Blog
Welcome to #AECPrevents, where the Animal Emergency Care team shares crucial information to keep your pets safe and healthy. Our blog is organized by categories like emergency care, pet health, and seasonal tips. Use the sidebar to the right to search for keywords, or filter blog entries by subject, and find the information most relevant to you and your pets.
Post Categories:
Recent Posts

Juneteenth and Advancing Racial Equity in Veterinary Medicine
Happy Freedom Day! In celebration of Black resilience and joy, as well as recognition of our collective responsibility to address systemic barriers to inclusion in our profession, the AEC team invites our community to learn more about the history of Juneteenth and what we can do to help advance racial

Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets
What is acetaminophen toxicosis? Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or Tylenol, is one of the most common analgesics on the market. It’s available over-the-counter to treat mild pain and fever in humans and is found in many homes. Acetaminophen comes in several forms, including pills (tablets and gel caps) and

Bone Appetit: 5 Common Pet Nutrition Questions Answered
As with people, a balanced diet is a key component of your pet’s overall health and wellness. Pets also have specific requirements to ensure their organs develop and function properly. These requirements vary among species and help ensure pets have adequate energy and maintain a healthy weight throughout their lifetime.

5 Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe from a House Fire
Home emergencies like a house fire can strike at a moment’s notice, and taking time to prepare yourself and your pet will decrease stress and ensure a quick and safe response. More than 500,000 pets are affected in residential fires each year and, sadly, more than 40,000 pets die during

Juneteenth and Advancing Racial Equity in Veterinary Medicine
Happy Freedom Day! In celebration of Black resilience and joy, as well as recognition of our collective responsibility to address systemic barriers to inclusion in our profession, the AEC team invites our community to learn more about the history of Juneteenth and what we can do to help advance racial

Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets
What is acetaminophen toxicosis? Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or Tylenol, is one of the most common analgesics on the market. It’s available over-the-counter to treat mild pain and fever in humans and is found in many homes. Acetaminophen comes in several forms, including pills (tablets and gel caps) and

Bone Appetit: 5 Common Pet Nutrition Questions Answered
As with people, a balanced diet is a key component of your pet’s overall health and wellness. Pets also have specific requirements to ensure their organs develop and function properly. These requirements vary among species and help ensure pets have adequate energy and maintain a healthy weight throughout their lifetime.

5 Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe from a House Fire
Home emergencies like a house fire can strike at a moment’s notice, and taking time to prepare yourself and your pet will decrease stress and ensure a quick and safe response. More than 500,000 pets are affected in residential fires each year and, sadly, more than 40,000 pets die during