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We're addressing common heartworm myths for National Heartworm Awareness Month. We know heartworm disease is a confusing topic, but we're here to help!  Myth: Only dogs get heartworms Truth: Heartworms can infect any mammal, including people. While dogs and wild...

It's Pet Poison Prevention Month! Did you know that there are common household items that are harmful to pets? Check out this list compiled for you by the team at Animal Care Center of Pahrump. Repellents. Some insect control products, including many over-the-counter...

Persistent deciduous teeth, or baby teeth that refuse to fall out, can lead to many oral health issues for your furry friend. We commonly see this dental issue in small-breed and flat-faced dogs, but rarely in cats. In these pets, the upper canines are most commonly...

Part of cat ownership involves coming across furry, slimy tubes, otherwise known as hairballs. Depending on your cat’s hair coat length, you may encounter hairballs on such a regular basis that you become worried about your feline friend’s health. Our team here at...

Does living with your feline friend make you break out in a rash, sneeze, or struggle to peer through watery eyes? Many cat owners suffer through allergies to their pet, but allergic responses to cat hair and dander are manageable. Try the following tips from our...

Home Is Where the Calm Is: Decreasing Your Pet’s Stress and Anxiety Starts at Home You heave a sigh of relief as soon as you cross your home’s threshold. Your pet likely feels the same way, as those four walls create a protective, peaceful sanctuary from the terrors...

Could Your Pet Be Suffering from Allergies? If you’ve ever suffered from allergies, you know how irritating (in more ways than one) the symptoms can be. But we aren’t the only species that can experience a wide array of unpleasant reactions to various allergens; our...

Let's talk about proper ear care. Have you rubbed your dog’s ears today? Sure you have. It’s one of those things that we do almost mindlessly, relishing their velvety softness and our dogs’ groans of pleasure. But did you know that rubbing your dog’s ears is also a...

Ongoing training is a great way to engage your pet. Learning new skills can help your furry friend remain mentally stimulated, alleviate problem behaviors, and banish boredom. The team here at Animal Care Center of Pahrump wants to share three ideas. #1: Enroll your...

Heat exhaustion in pets can come on unexpectedly. Seemingly fine one moment, your beloved pet appears to overheat all of a sudden and collapse. If that happens, follow these steps for safely helping your furry companion cool down.  Step 1: Bring your pet indoors into...