Birthday Gifts for Pets

• What Makes Cockapoos Such Great Family Pets?

  7 January 2021

  The Cockapoo is a popular cross-breed, and it's only becoming more popular by the day. These personable little dogs, which are a cross between poodles and Cocker spaniels, make incredible family dogs. But why? Here are a few of the top characteristics of the crossbreed that make it such a nice pet. Happy, Fun-Loving Personality Cockapoos tend to get the best sides of both Cocker Spaniel and Poodle personalities. They are fun-loving and social like Cocker spaniels; you can count on them to always be around and involved in whatever your family members are doing.

• What to Expect When Doing Veterinary Internships

  30 July 2020

  Veterinary internships are common as a part of veterinary school, and part of your training to look forward to as you get your degree. When you have a veterinary internship opportunity, don't let it slip you by, as an internship gives you hands-on training and a real opportunity to see what you're capable of. As a brand-new doctor of animal medicine, it's OK to be both nervous and excited to start your internship.

• Welcoming Your Cockapoo To The Neighborhood Safely

  7 August 2019

  Cockapoo dogs are some of the most loving, outgoing, intelligent breeds, but this outgoing personality can cause problems. Here, you'll find a few tips to help you train your cockapoo to keep him from becoming the neighborhood trouble-maker. Talk with your Neighbors What kind of a relationship do you have with your neighbors? Would you consider them to be friends? If you spend time at the neighbor's house, chances are, your dog will either want to join you or try to go over on his own.

• Going On Vacation? Why Dog Boarding Is The Best Choice For Your Pet

  5 December 2018

  Taking a vacation is a wonderful thing, but when you have a pet, there are some additional preparations that must be made. Your dog deserves to be in a safe environment while you're away, and just knowing that they are being well taken care of gives you the freedom to relax and revel in your holiday. The best place for your furry friend to spend their time away from you is at a dog boarding facility like Animal Care Center of Forest Park.

• The Stomach Flu Is Going Around: What To Do When Your Dog Is Sick

  11 April 2018

  With flu season winding down, you might think that you can stop worrying about sickness. However, if you have dogs, you're not out of the woods yet. You might not know this, but your dogs can get sick too. Unfortunately, they can't tell you when they're sick. The only way to tell when your dogs are sick is to watch them closely. If one of your dogs is acting like it's feeling under the weather, it's time to pack on the tender loving care.