As residents of New Jersey, we are all too familiar with Lyme disease. But what really is Lyme disease, what causes it, how does it affect our pets, and what can we do to treat and prevent it? Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium (Borrelia burgdorferi) that is spread by the deer tick (Ixodes […]
What is rabies? Rabies is a virus that can infect all mammalian species, including humans! It is fatal for ALL species and is zoonotic (can be spread from animals to humans). The virus is shed in the saliva of infected animals and spread via bite through the skin or mucous membranes. The virus affects the […]
Microchipping Microchipping is a simple way to greatly increase the chances of having your pet returned to you in the event that they are lost or stolen. According to Home Again, a major microchip manufacturer, 17% of dogs and only 2% of cats without proper ID will be returned to their owners. A 2009 article […]
