10 Tips for New Pet Owners: What You Need to Know

Dog with pet supplies

Without the proper preparation, pet ownership can overwhelm people new to the experience. There is a mountain of information out there for new pet owners, but to help capture the essence of the experience, we offer the following ten tips to get you and your pet from merely surviving to fully thriving together: 

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Year-Round Flea and Tick Vigilance for Your Pets

beautiful cat.

Fleas, ticks, and mosquitos can really bug our pets when the weather’s warm, but that doesn’t mean our pets don’t need flea and tick prevention when the mercury dips. At Bayside Animal Hospital, we believe in continuous defense when it comes to pests, and in this blog, we’ll explain why year-round flea and tick prevention is important for optimal pet health.

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5 Ways to Tell You’re a Responsible Pet Owner

Pet and owner doing yoga together.

There’s much more to being a responsible pet parent than filling food and water dishes daily. Opening your home and heart to a pet is a serious commitment that entails providing adequate healthcare, a safe environment, and plenty of attention and TLC throughout your pet’s life. At Bayside Animal Hospital, we celebrate the human-animal bond, and we’re here with the resources and support you need to create a healthy and happy home for your pet. If you’re wondering how to be a responsible pet owner, here are five ways to tell that you’re doing a great job! 

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