Top 5 Reasons to Celebrate Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and shelters are full of adorable dogs that need a home. The best way to celebrate this month is by adopting one yourself! These pups have been through so much already. They may be a little timid or shy when you first...
Reading the Body Language of Cats
What did you just say? Reading the body language of cats. It’s safe to say that people in the United States love pets. Close to 69 million households have a dog, and over 45 million homes are shared with a cat. (1) Most people, even those that do not own dogs,...
Tips for Taking a Cat to a Vet
When it comes to veterinarian visits, if your cat suffers from anxiety know that they are certainly not alone. Bringing your cat to the vet can be stressful for even the calmest cat. Being in a carrier, loud noises, unfamiliar smells, and more all have the potential...
Mushroom Toxicity in Pets
As most locals know, we are fortunate to live within a proverbial hotbed of mushroom production. In fact, Pennsylvania produces nearly 70% of all mushrooms in the country, the lion’s share being grown in our own Kennett Square. With National Mushroom Month being...
Get Your Cat or Dog Microchip at Longwood Vet Center
We have written before about the importance of a cat or dog microchip, but because last month was National Lost Pet Prevention Month, we felt it bore repeating. At Longwood Vet Center, we offer microchipping services for around $80, which covers the one-time fee of...
Two friendly little kittens are looking for their forever home
These two friendly little kittens are looking fortheir forever home! Why not stop by our office to meet them in person? They will make the perfect addition to your family!
Fun Things to Do with Your Dog this Summer
Having fun in the sun with your number one is easy during the summer! Despite the summer heat we often have in Kennett Square, including your dog in summer activities can be done safely and is a blast! With all these fun things to do with your dog this summer, please...
The Brachycephalic Dog
It has long been said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. For some, the graceful lines of a Greyhound or German Shepherd Dog inspire awe, while others prefer the workmanlike substance of a Labrador Retriever or a Rottweiler. Interestingly enough, research...