Caring for our Favorite Pets!
Health Matters is a weekly radio show sponsored by the Medicine Center Pharmacy on WHBC 1480 AM in Canton, Ohio. This episode pharmacists Brad White and Paul White discuss caring for our furry friends with Dr. Mandy Pullekins from For Paws Animal Hospital.
If you are listening to this show, you are probably a pet owner and in the United States, 70% of us are pet owners, up from 56% in 1988. You may have heard that pet adoption spiked during the pandemic and the statistics show that was true, but primarily among households who already had a least one pet. More of us are dog lovers than cat lovers. The average annual spending on a pet dog is $1,200 with a little over $400 of that going towards food. We spend significantly less on our cats for an average annual spend of $687 with $329 of that for food.
Regardless of the statistics, our pets are members of our family. Our spending, concern and devotion to our pets is a reflection of that bond. This morning we will talk with Dr. Pullekins about showing our pets some love and learning some tips to keep them happy and healthy!
In this edition of Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy we cover:
Is it safe for my dog to eat chocolate and candy?
What should we avoid giving our pets for treats?
What are some good examples of healthy treats for dogs and cats?
If you want to treat your pet to a spa day, what are some activities you can do at home?
Are there any types of toys to avoid giving our pets?
Do you recommend puzzle feeders?
Can pets get car sick?
What are common conditions you see in your veterinary practice?
What are signs that my dog or cat could use a little less attention?
What tips can you offer for leaving pets in the care of a kennel?
What special precautions should pet owners take during tick season?
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Stitcher, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.
Thanks for listening today! We’d like to remind our listeners, if you suspect you have a medical issue, please contact your healthcare provider. Thanks to our sponsors Studio Arts & Glass and Jenior Appraisals and LIquidations. As always, we thank our listeners for joining us on Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy. Have a healthy week and we’ll see you again next Friday right here on News Talk 1480 WHBC.
