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Summertime and Your Pet
Jun 26 2023
Fireworks, firecrackers and loud, booming thunderstorms. Many people love these iconic summer events, but our pets often don't. We recommend keeping your pets safely indoors during loud and dangerous summer... -
Ten Signs Your Dog is Overheated
Jun 07 2023
1. Excessive Panting/Difficulty Breathing Dogs cool themselves off through panting. If your dog is panting more than usual, take note. Dogs who have flat faces like French bulldogs and pugs... -
Puppy Care Basics
May 24 2023
Congratulations on your new puppy! We’re excited to be a part of keeping your puppy healthy and safe, now and as the years go on. Below is information Geary offers during... -
Tooth-care 101
Apr 09 2023
Can you imagine never brushing your teeth? Yuck! Good dental hygiene is essential to human health. But guess what? It’s just as essential for your pet’s overall health. According to... -
Raw Food Diets | Purina Institute
Mar 23 2023
Raw food diets are popular with pet owners but the nutritional benefits are unproven, and most are unaware of the health risks that raw food can pose to pets -... -
Homemade Pet Foods | Purina Institute
Mar 23 2023
Homemade diets are perceived as healthier to some pet owners, but despite their draw, they may not be complete and balanced for healthy pets. The Purina Institute provides the science... -
Grain-Free Dog Foods: Buyer Beware
Feb 17 2023
Beef and peas . . . kangaroo and lentils . . . fish and sweet potatoes. Grain-free dog-food recipes like these now fill store shelves across the nation. Popular among... -
Poisons and Pets, a Deadly Mix
Dec 19 2022
Anywhere between 10 and 20 times per week, Geary Veterinary Hospital gets calls from pet owners who are concerned about something their dog or cat may have eaten: plants, trash,... -
By-Products in Pet Food | Purina Institute
Dec 18 2022
By-products are a nutritious ingredient, but pet owners may perceive that pet foods containing by-products are low-quality. The Purina Institute provides the science to help you take the lead in... -
Is Euthanasia the Right Choice? (How to Know—and What Happens)
Aug 31 2022
We all want our pets to live long, healthy lives. This is why we provide our furry family members with good nutrition, regular exercise, and quality veterinary care. But inevitably,...