Understanding Pet Allergies: Common Fall Allergens and How to Manage Them

Dog scratching.

As the leaves change and temperatures drop, fall can be a beautiful season. However, it can also bring challenges for pets with allergies. At The Whole Pet Vet Hospital and Wellness Center, we understand how frustrating pet allergies can be. Here’s a guide to help you identify common fall pet allergens and effectively manage your pet’s allergies.

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Exercise Ideas for Pets in Cooler Weather: Keeping Your Pet Active Indoors and Outdoors

dog snuggled up in blanket.

The dog days of summer may be over, but there are plenty of autumn pet activities and indoor pet exercises for keeping pets active fall, winter, and spring. In this blog, our team at The Whole Pet Vet Hospital and Wellness Center shares some of our favorite fall pet fitness tips to help you keep your cats and dogs in tip-top shape fall season long.

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Summer Pet Care: How To Keep Your Furry Family Member Safe During Hot Months

dog drinking water.

There are so many reasons that pets and their people love Los Gatos. Between the lovely, well-kept dog parks, friendly, welcoming restaurant patios and shops, and pet-centric public events, pets enjoy our community and take center stage, too. Outdoor revelry reaches a peak during the summer. In order to embrace all the season has to offer, we encourage pet owners to take stock of summer pet safety measures. 

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Summer Hazards: Recognizing and Preventing Heat Stroke in Pets

dog enjoying a drink of water.

As the mercury rises this summer, are you ready to rise to the occasion to keep your pet safe? Heat exhaustion and heat stroke in pets is a real summer safety concern, and our team wants to be sure that your pet keeps their cool. 

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Pet-Friendly Holiday Gift Guide

dog with gift.

When it comes to providing joyful experiences for our pets, the bar can be pretty low. After all, most pets enjoy the simpler things in life (cue the cardboard boxes!). Our pet-friendly holiday gift guide can help you decide what to give your best friend or the animal enthusiast in your life. 

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How to Prepare Your Pet for a Safe and Happy Summer

Cool dog ready for summer.

Summer is in full swing, and California’s fun-filled outdoor adventures await! There’s so much to see and do, and if you’re planning to make summer memories with your pet, it’s important to take a few extra precautions to protect your pet from the heat and other risk factors. We want your pet to fully enjoy the dog (or cat!) days of summer, so read on for pet summer wellness tips from our team at The Whole Pet Vet Hospital & Wellness Center

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Summer Pet Travel Tips for a Stress-Free Vacation

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Bringing your pet with you on a trip can definitely make the experience more fun and memorable. There’s a lot to get excited about, but as with anything related to your pet’s health and safety, there’s a substantial checklist that requires time and attention. We have some planning advice, essential details, and helpful tips to help you arrange the best summer pet travel itinerary.

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Summer Pet Safety: Keep Your Dog Cool and Comfortable

A woman walks her dog during the summer.

Who doesn’t love summer time? We’ve waited all year for hot, sunny days, endless blue skies, and loads of recreational activities to keep us fit, happy, and entertained. The best part is that many pets find themselves immersed in all the season has to offer. It’s important to remember that a pet’s level of fun is directly related to how well they are protected from risk. We’ve put together a few reminders for summer pet safety to keep everyone healthy and safe. 

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The Heat’s On to Up Your Summer Paw Protection Game

A dog wearing protective paw pads.

When you are used to wearing shoes all the time, it can be easy to forget that your pet’s paws can take a beating. Especially in the summer months, hot surfaces can be an issue for tender toes. Not to worry, though, the Whole Pet Vet Hospital and Wellness Center is here to help up your summer paw protection game.

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Spring Pet Safety for Warmer Weather Fun

A dog and a cat standing in the grass.

As we head back into the warmer months of the year this spring, The Whole Pet Vet Hospital and Wellness Center wants to be sure that you and your furry family are set up to enjoy it. Keep reading to learn our favorite ways to enjoy the weather and our top spring pet safety tips to avoid unplanned trips to see our staff

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