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Keeping Your Pets Safe During Covid-19 Pandemic The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says COVID 19 is spread to people through individual to individual. There have been no reports of pets or domesticated animals getting sick or spreading the coronavirus in the U.S. Likewise, the World Health Organization has expressed that there is no proof that dogs or felines have gotten sick with this specific infection. That being said it is always best to lean on the side of caution. Keep up to date with important organizations like The Humane Society for updates on our current knowledge on...

Preparing for Your Dog’s Annual Vet Visit Dogs may live a simple life, but they need routine healthcare just like people. Once you get past the multiple visits necessary in the first year of a puppy’s life, you can expect routine annual vet appointments for a healthy dog. What should you expect during these annual visits? The Cost Owning a dog means having a constant companion, but it is also a financial commitment. Food, toys, grooming, and veterinary visits all add up over the course of the dog’s lifetime. The American Kennel Club estimates the cost of dog ownership at...

Caring for Canine Teeth at Home Here at Sparky Steps, our dedicated dog walkers keep your canine companion safe and secure outdoors. And it’s a good thing, because “outdoors” is certainly a fascinating place for furry friends! We all know that dogs – spurred on by their superior sense of smell – often enjoy exploring through taste and texture. Most owners have caught their inquisitive pooch chewing sticks or nibbling grass, at least once or twice. So consider, for a moment, the condition of your canine’s teeth. Chomping on various objects – in addition to daily kibble, canned food, or...