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May 26 - 1:35 PM, Pups in the Park at Nationals Park, 1500 S Capitol St. SE, Washington, DC 20003. Take your pup to the ball game! 100% of the proceeds from your dog ticket benefits the Humane Rescue Alliance. Purchase tickets @ https://www.mlb.com/nationals/tickets/promotions/themes/pups-park 2019. Next Game ...

Dog Park Safety

There are many benefits to having access to dog parks. In densely populated areas with heavy traffic and leash laws, it can be difficult to stimulate your dog’s need for safe socialization and exercise. Dog parks give us and our dogs the freedom to run, ...

Seasonal Hazards

Each season poses its own danger to pets and their well-being. Keep your pet safe, while still enjoying all the fun that each season brings. Fall/Winter Fatty Trimmings and Bones While it can be tempting to treat your pet to a decadent treat around the holidays, doing so ...

Pet Cancer – Early Warning Signs and Early Detection.

Saving Best Friends’ Lives Thanks to new advances in medicine and a growing emphasis on preventative care and nutrition, our pets are living longer, healthier lives. Unfortunately, longer lifespans also mean that our pets are exposed to more age-related illnesses and other diseases, like cancer. In fact, ...

Anxiety and Veterinary Visits

It’s normal for pets to be anxious when they visit the vet, right? While common, it should not be accepted as a norm. Dr. Marty Becker has been an advocate and champion for “Fear Free” veterinary visits and has helped usher this new initiative into ...