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Experts can all agree that cats are most safe when kept indoors. However, cats are likely to gain unhealthy amounts of weight if they are increasingly bored. This is due to not having an adequately enriched indoor environment. According to a 2016 Association for Pet...

Is it time to say goodbye? When it comes to our furry companions, sending them off can be incredibly difficult. However, knowing when that time comes is even more challenging when making that decision. We at the Animal Care Center of Pahrump wanted to make the process...

Show your beloved pet the same care and attention they have shown you with the following three tips!  #1: Whet your pet’s appetite.  As pets age, they tend to become pickier about their food. Feeding a canned food and warming it in the microwave for a few seconds may...

Did you know that some tasty chew toys can be harmful to your pet's teeth and gastrointestinal tract, and can even be a choking hazard? Make sure your chew toys are safe for your furry friends with this helpful guide!  Safe chew toys for pets While many great chew...

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...