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Holiday Pet Safety Tips
How to Keep Your Furry Family Members Safe This Season The holidays are a time for celebration, cozy gatherings, and festive decorations—but they also bring unique risks for our pets. From tempting treats to twinkling décor, it’s easy for pets to get into trouble during the busiest time of the year. With a little preparation, you can enjoy the season while keeping your dog or cat safe, healthy, and stress-free. Here are our top holiday pet safety tips to help ensure a joyful
Stephanye Quinn
Dec 13, 20252 min read


World Rabies Day: Protecting Pets, People, and Our Community
Every year on September 28th , we recognize World Rabies Day , a global initiative to raise awareness about one of the oldest and...
Stephanye Quinn
Sep 12, 20252 min read


September is Animal Pain Awareness Month: Recognizing and Relieving Pain in Pets
September is Animal Pain Awareness Month , a time dedicated to helping pet owners understand how pain affects their furry family members...
Stephanye Quinn
Sep 10, 20252 min read


The Hidden Dangers of Over-the-Counter Pain Medications for Pets
When our pets are in pain, it’s natural to want to help them feel better as quickly as possible. Many pet parents reach for the same...
Stephanye Quinn
Sep 10, 20252 min read


Exciting News: Lifeline is Now Open 7 Days!
We’re Now Open on Weekends! At Lifeline Veterinary Urgent Care, we understand that pets don’t keep a 9-to-5 schedule—and neither do...
Stephanye Quinn
Aug 18, 20251 min read


Vector-Borne Diseases in Dogs: What Every Pet Parent Should Know
When we think about protecting our dogs, fleas and ticks are often the first things that come to mind. But did you know that these tiny...
Stephanye Quinn
Aug 18, 20252 min read


🚫 Skip the Peroxide: Why Hydrogen Peroxide Is Not the Best Choice for Cleaning Pet Wounds
When your pet has a wound—whether from rough play, a scrape from the yard, or something more serious—your first instinct might be to...
Stephanye Quinn
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Cinco De Mayo Food Toxins to Avoid
Cinco de Mayo Foods to Avoid for Pets: Keep the Celebration Safe! Cinco de Mayo is a time for festive food, fun, and family—but while...
Stephanye Quinn
May 5, 20252 min read


Reducing In-Clinic Bites: How Low Stress Handling Techniques Are Changing the Game in Urgent Care
Happy National Bite Prevention Week! At Lifeline Veterinary Urgent Care, patient safety has always been a top priority—but what about the...
Stephanye Quinn
Apr 11, 20252 min read


New Diagnostics to Better Serve Your Pet - IDEXX InVue
A little late to the announcement but a few weeks ago, Lifeline Veterinary Urgent Care was one of the first FIVE clinics in the state of...
Stephanye Quinn
Apr 11, 20252 min read


Pet Poison Prevention Week: Common Pet Poisons
As pet owners, our primary concern is the health and safety of our furry companions. Unfortunately, many household items and foods can be...
Stephanye Quinn
Mar 4, 20252 min read


"The Back" and Why it's Not Scary
"Okay, I'm going to take Fluffy in the back for their blood draw and treatments" As pet owners, it’s natural to feel the need to be by...
Stephanye Quinn
Jan 27, 20252 min read


Cold Weather Safety
Temperatures are dropping this week, so our Chief Marketing Pawfficer wants to make sure you and your pet are prepared! It's essential to...
Stephanye Quinn
Jan 19, 20252 min read


One Health Series: Zoonotic Diseases
As pet owners, we love our furry companions and are dedicated to keeping them healthy and happy. But did you know that some diseases can...
Stephanye Quinn
Jan 6, 20254 min read


One Health Series: What is the One Health Initiative
January is One Health Awareness Month . At Lifeline Veterinary Urgent Care we are passionate about the well-being of your pets, but we...
Stephanye Quinn
Dec 27, 20244 min read


Avian Influenza - What You Should Know!
Avian Influenza A (H5N1) has been circulating around the news since March of this year due to infections seen in dairy cattle. However,...
Stephanye Quinn
Dec 27, 20242 min read


Holiday Pet Shopping Guide
With the holiday season right around the corner and shopping season in full swing, we know that your pet is high priority on your...
Stephanye Quinn
Dec 8, 20242 min read


Thanksgiving Foods and Pets: What to Avoid This Holiday Season
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and—of course—delicious food. While we indulge in rich feasts, it’s important to remember...
Stephanye Quinn
Nov 24, 20244 min read


Early Detection is Key - November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month!
November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a group of diseases that affects millions of our...
Stephanye Quinn
Nov 4, 20242 min read


Halloween Hazards: Keeping Your Pets Safe from Dangers and Toxins
Halloween is a time for spooky decorations, fun costumes, and trick-or-treating, but it also brings hidden dangers for our pets. As we...
Stephanye Quinn
Oct 28, 20243 min read

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