Calicivirus has been around for a long time and currently we are vaccinating for the most common strain. This virus typically only causes a mild upper respiratory disease. So what is the newest information? In 2000 a new strain of calicivirus was first reported in the United States. So what does the new strain do?

Crate training your dog has multiple purposes including helping with house training, protecting your pet from accidents, and helping to make them feel comfortable if they are ever boarded or transported. The crate should be comfortable and large enough to stand up and turn around. The crate should not be a punishment. You want the crate to feel like a home away from home.

There’s nothing better than gathering with friends and family for the holidays; eating, drinking, and putting up festive decorations. While enjoying this time of year, it is important to remember the potential hazards that certain goodies and décor can pose to our furry, feathered or scaly companions. To keep pets happy and healthy during the holiday season, The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is offering pet owners the following helpful hints: