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Cats can be messy, but the cleanup doesn’t have to be hard! Cats make great company with their unique personalities and their cuddly affection, but they can also be messy and smelly, not to mention being harbingers of fleas, parasites and other germs! As a cat owner, you’ve likely found hairballs, urine, spray spots, and…
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Bringing home baby and introducing it to its furry sibling — the dog! For many people, a dog is a gateway to a child — you learn about caring for another living thing and that it requires. Whether it’s getting up early at the crack of dawn to let it out or paying for a…
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Dogs play a large role in our society, so it’s vital to teach your kids about dog safety! We love dogs, and as adults, most of us know how to safely interact with them, and as a parent or caregiver, it’s so important to pass this along and teach kids how to behave safely around…
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Calling all dog recalls! It’s vital as a dog owner to impart a reliable recall for your dog — for their safety and the safety of the public. A good recall is arguably one of the most important dog training skills they can learn, but it can be tough to establish since the world around…
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Find out what may be the cause of stress in your cat! Much like us, cats can suffer from stress, too. And while all cats have unique personalities that come off as aloof or anti-social, sometimes it may just be a result of stress and anxiety. So, how do you know when your cat is…
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Chilly winter temperatures in Carroll Gardens can make dogs vulnerable to the weather outside. Carroll Gardens can be an absolute winter wonderland looking out from a window, but being outside in the snow and frigid temperatures is a different story! After all, taking a stroll from brownstone to brownstone may be doable for you when…
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You’ve seen the posed photo of a dog at a craft brewery or next to a glass of wine after a “hard day’s work,” but as we know from chocolate, not everything we consume is good for dogs. At The Vet Set in Carroll Gardens, we know that the holidays bring celebrations which can mean…
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Crush your fitness goals with your furry best friend at your side! It’s the new year and perhaps it’s that time of year when you decide to commit to a running program, and there’s no better way to get in some miles than with your dog! But, it’s not always as smooth sailing as people…
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Fleas, ticks, and worms oh my! When it comes to parasites that barrage and cause discomfort in your canine companion, they’re not all that uncommon though they disrupt your dog’s health. From fleas, ticks, and worms, it’s likely that at some point in your dog’s life they’ll come face-to-face to with these annoying pests which…
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Stay ahead of heartworm disease and protect your dog! Heartworm disease is a preventable canine disease, but the prevention treatment needs to be given on a consistent schedule to remain effective. It’s important to know more about heartworm disease to keep your dog protected and healthy. At The Vet Set, we provide both heartworm preventative…
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