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Kittens of the Corn: Your Guide to Fall Kitten Season
When the pumpkins come out, so do the kittens. Litters keep arriving well into fall in Hampton Roads, so it’s common to find a tiny stranger on your porch. Here’s what to do next. What is kitten season? It’s when cats are most likely to give birth,…
The Exorcist’s Guide to Getting Rid of Ticks for Good
Think ticks disappear when the weather cools? Not in Hampton Roads. If your dog or cat seems “possessed” by itching, October is the time to act. Here’s how pet owners in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Newport News can banish ticks for good. Why fall…
Thank You for Being a Friend: Senior Pet Care Tips
They’ve been with you through a lot. As pets get older, returning the favor means paying a little more attention to their routine care and the small changes that can come with age. Here are five simple ways to help keep your senior dog or cat healthy and…
The Golden Years: Nobody Wants to Talk About Their Dog Getting Older
Nobody wants to admit their dog is getting older. There’s no single dramatic moment — just a slower walk around the block, a little more gray around the muzzle, a nap that runs a bit longer than it used to. It sneaks up on you, and most pet parents brush it off…
Does Your Dog Pass This Wellness Checkup?
Backpacks are packed, schedules are getting reset, and everyone’s thinking about what’s due before the new season starts. It’s a good time to ask the same question about your dog: is their wellness care up to date? Between work, walks, and everything…
Which Bombshell Deserves a Spot in the Villa? A Cat Vaccine Guide
In reality TV, some cast members are there from day one and never leave. Others are bombshells — brought in later, only if the situation calls for them. Cat vaccines break down the same way: some are essential for every cat, no exceptions, while others only make sense…