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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.

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A siholouette of an open medicine bottle with a poison symbol spills pills onto a blue background. The blog title Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets is prominent, along with the blog series subheading for AECprevents.

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

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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.

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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

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5 Ways to Strengthen the Bond with Your Pet

Our pets are constant companions, and a source of joy, support, and comfort. More than half of all U.S. households have at least one dog or cat and many have multiple pets. There is a growing societal awareness of the human-animal bond and pets are taking on larger roles including

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A siholouette of an open medicine bottle with a poison symbol spills pills onto a blue background. The blog title Pet Poison Prevention: Understanding Acetaminophen Toxicosis in Pets is prominent, along with the blog series subheading for AECprevents.

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

Read More »

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.

Read More »

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

Read More »

5 Ways to Strengthen the Bond with Your Pet

Our pets are constant companions, and a source of joy, support, and comfort. More than half of all U.S. households have at least one dog or cat and many have multiple pets. There is a growing societal awareness of the human-animal bond and pets are taking on larger roles including

Read More »

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Responsible pet ownership requires ample time, finances, care, and regular veterinary visits to ensure your furry companion remains healthy and thrives into their grey muzzle years. The veterinary profession has...
COVID has wreaked havoc on the veterinary industry causing veterinary professionals to struggle with staffing shortages, inventory shortages, and an inability to treat the same number of pets as before...
The cold winter months have arrived, and you want to ensure your dog stays warm and cozy. While they may have a fur coat sometimes your dog needs extra attention...
If your cat has been curling up on your lap more than usual, they may be trying to tell you they are cold. Cats tend to be more cold-natured than...
Your pet can experience extreme pain and may have difficulty eating and drinking properly if they are affected by a dental emergency. Our team at Animal Emergency Care explains common...
Since 2013, the United Nations General Assembly has designated March 3 as World Wildlife Day, to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants. Each year, the...
An illness or accident can happen with your pet at any time, and it can be stressful and frightening to see them in pain. Your pet is family and making...
Like people, pets can experience pain for a variety of reasons, and uncontrolled pain can lead to an increased release of stress hormones and delayed healing in some cases. Additionally,...