Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
Cruelty to animals is something that is stressed all year long, as it should be, but April is the month where the most emphasis is put on something that should never happen to dogs, cats, or animals to begin with. That’s why April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month, a time when she should stop and take a moment to think about how we treat all creatures, both great, and small. And while we are separate from animals this doesn’t justify being cruel to them. It’s our responsibility to speak up when we see injustice being carried out to ...
Pet First Aid, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
April is Pet First Aid month and so far we’ve brought you articles on things to look for in a pet emergency including Heatstroke as well as Poisoning. We also gave you a refresher article on how to put together a pet first aid kit as well as tips on how to use the items that are in your kit. In this post however, we’ll talk about skills you might need in order to save the life of your pet before you’re able to reach the veterinarian. Oh, and as a reminder, the care you give your pet in case of ...
Heartworm Awareness Month, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
Did you know that more than one million dogs currently have heartworm disease? This tiny parasite has been known to make dogs seriously ill, and if left untreated, it can even kill them. Heartworm is prevalent in both dogs and cats and it threatens animals, including coyotes, foxes and even sea lions, all across the United States, including those living in Hawaii. It also affects animals that live in warm climates around the globe, as well. April is Heartworm Awareness Month and in this post we are going to talk about heartworms, how they are spread and what you, as ...
