“But my Ellie loves being an indoor cat and would never try to leave.” These are the famous last words of every cat owner....before The First Great Escape. Whether it’s a true animal instinct or just sincere curiosity, nearly every cat - well-loved or not - will try to escape through a door left ajar or a cracked window.

National Check the Chip Day is August 15th. This important date isn’t the occasion to rummage through your pantry for stale snacks (although that’s always a good thing to do once in a while); it’s actually meant to serve as a yearly reminder to pet owners to check their pets’ microchip registrations and update any information if necessary.

Did you bring home a new pet for the holidays? Welcoming a furry member to the family is an exciting time, and it can be easy to forget a few simple but important steps to ensure life with your new dog or cat begins on the right paw.

Get a head start on a happy, healthy life together with these tips.