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Coyotes and Pet Safety

January 19, 2015 by Gail Brasie Leave a Comment

Tips To Stay Safe When It Comes To Coyotes

You’ve probably noticed the increasing presence of coyotes in the Chicago Suburbs in recent years, and whether you find them fascinating or nothing but a potentially dangerous pest, coyotes can pose a threat to your dogs. Read on for some tips and links to keeping your pet safe.

In general, coyotes are more afraid of you than you are of them, and according to the Cook County Urban Coyote Project, coyotes do not rely on pets for the majority of their diet. However, coyotes looking for food and coyotes who feel threatened over territory may get into a violent altercation with a dog of any size. This is especially true during their mating season, from January to March. This is also the time younger coyotes are striking out on their own, and may also be more aggressive. [Read more…] about Coyotes and Pet Safety

Easter Holiday Pet Safety Tips From Your Elmhurst Pet Care Team

April 18, 2014 by Kristin Skelton Leave a Comment

Tips To Keep Your Fur Kids Safe During the Upcoming Easter Holiday… And Some Pet Easter Basket Ideas Too From Your Elmhurst Pet Care Team

As spring has melted the ice mounds at the end of our driveways, the Easter holiday is coming this weekend. While there will be dog friendly egg hunts in our communities and Easter baskets for our pets, there are also some safety considerations to take into account when beginning your celebration. Here are a few Easter Holiday Safety Tips from your Elmhurst Pet Care Team:

1. Put Away The Chocolate Bunnies. Small amounts of theobromine, the ingredient in chocolate that is toxic to pets, can cause vomiting and restlessness. Large amounts can be fatal. A lethal dose of theobromine depends on the size of the dog and the type of chocolate. Dark chocolate or baking chocolate is worse than milk chocolate because of the higher theobromine content. To get an idea of how much chocolate might be fatal to your dog, see the estimates below: [Read more…] about Easter Holiday Pet Safety Tips From Your Elmhurst Pet Care Team

Pet Safe Gardening Tips From Naperville, IL

June 17, 2013 by Gail Brasie Leave a Comment

Keeping Your Pet Safe In Your Backyard Gardens

As Pet Care Specialists, we know you want what’s best for all of your pets. We also know that one of the greatest things about suburban yards, such as Wheaton and Glen Ellyn, IL, is the opportunity to grow varied and wonderful gardens. In Naperville, IL, you can rent a plot in a community garden through the Naperville Park District and choose to leave your pets at home on planting day. However, sometimes you just want to enjoy the gardens you can build in your own backyard.

Whether your garden boasts flowers, succulents, vegetables, weeds or a mix of everything, here are some things to consider in order to make your garden as pet-safe as possible: [Read more…] about Pet Safe Gardening Tips From Naperville, IL