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9 Benefits of Owning an Exotic Pet in Davenport, IA Could you cozy up to a tarantula or a Giant African land snail? These unusual creatures look intimidating, but exotic pets offer many benefits and owning one can be a rewarding experience for most people. Here are 9 benefits to owning an exotic pet that…

Winter’s almost over Winter can be tough on all of us. If you can, just snuggle with your beastie all winter long.   But if you must go out, here are a few tips!   General Cold Weather Care Tips Outdoors: Don’t leave your pet outdoors for extended periods of time. If it’s too cold…

What Are The Responsibilities of a Veterinarian? If you’re ever in need of veterinary services, you’ll want to know the responsibilities of a veterinarian. This blog will outline the primary duties of a veterinarian, including examining animals to assess their health and diagnose problems, treating and dressing wounds, performing surgery on animals, testing for and…

How to Find the Right Veterinarian for Your Pet If you’re ever worried about your pet’s health, it’s important to find a veterinarian with whom you feel comfortable. Not only will this vet provide quality care for your pet, but they’ll also be able to answer any questions you have. To help you find the…

Veterinary care is an important part of pet ownership, and there are a variety of different types of veterinary care your pets may need throughout their lifetime. From routine check-ups and vaccinations to more serious procedures, it’s important to understand the different types of veterinary care available and when your pet may need them. This…

Meet Kaitlyn Guy, Camp and Boarding Counselor Kaitlyn has been a Camp and Boarding Counselor at Animal Family since September 2021. She says “A day in the life at Animal Family can be like heaven for me. I love all kinds of dogs and love how sweet and playful they can be.” How do animals…

Adopt a Senior Pet: Lifelong Friends Senior pets end up in animal shelters for many reasons, usually because of some unexpected life change. But whatever the reason – military deployment, divorce, death of an owner, or a move – too many senior pets wait at shelters for their new homes. Sure, puppies and kittens are…

Meet Jenna Carlson, Camp and Boarding Counselor Jenna has been a Camp and Boarding Counselor at Animal Family since July 2022. She takes care of the boarding dogs and cleans up in the back! She feeds them, gets them water, and give medications. She’s great at taking care of all the cute pups from camp…

It’s fall. Besides the changing colors and cooler weather, kennel cough is another thing we expect every fall. Kennel Cough or CIRDC (Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex) Kennel cough is the common name for Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC). It’s seen in dogs in group situations such as kenneling, grooming, dog shows, dog parks…

Considering a pet friendly vacation? Look no further! We’ve discovered some pretty paw-some ideas for vacationing with your pet. Pet Friendly Vacation Ideas Practical Tips Before you pack your pet’s bag, check out our tips to make traveling with a pet safe and easy: Are you planning a pet friendly vacation this summer? We’d love…