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10/12/2026

Carrying extra weight can lead to health problems like diabetes and heart disease and can also affect mental health and playfulness in your pet. Check these resources to help determine if your pet is overweight and for tips you can use to help:

Dog: thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/is-my-dog-overweight

Cat: thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/is-my-cat-overweight

10/04/2026

🐾❤️ Happy World Animal Day! ❤️🐾

Today, we celebrate the incredible animals who bring so much love, joy, and companionship into our lives. From the tiniest kitten to the biggest dog (and every feather, scale, and paw in between!), every animal deserves kindness, compassion, and quality care. 🐶🐱🐰🐦🐾

Give your furry (or feathered or scaly!) family member a little extra love today. ❤️

10/02/2026

Dogs love to explore and taste new things, so dog-proofing your home is essential when it comes to making it a safe environment for them to thrive in. 🏡 In addition to following our tips for every room of your home, a good rule of thumb is to keep doors closed and use pet gates to keep dogs out of off-limits areas.

Save this image to use as a checklist around your house, then read our article for more dog proofing tips: thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/how-do-i-dog-proof-my-home

09/28/2026

In observance of , here are our top 4 Rabies safety tips:

Keep your pet up to date with Rabies vaccines. The law varies by location, so ask your veterinarian.

If you see an animal known to carry Rabies acting abnormally or in contact with your pet, call animal control immediately. Do not handle the wild animal or risk getting bitten yourself.

If you or your pet has been exposed, contact your personal health care provider and your veterinarian immediately. Time is critical after exposure to prevent infection and death!

Bats are the leading cause of human rabies death in the United States, being responsible for more than 7 out of 10 fatal US rabies cases. Never handle bats or other wild animals as exposure can occur even if bites or scratches aren't visible. If you encounter a bat in your home, yard, or other area that would expose humans or pets, please call your local animal control and report the incident.

Learn more about how to safeguard yourself and your pets from this fatal disease on our website: thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/rabies-facts-prevention-tips

09/22/2026

Fall is officially here! We hope you enjoy the cozy cuddles, crunchy leaves, and cool walks with your pet! 🍁 🐶

09/18/2026

(aka Sarcoptic ) is one of the most uncomfortable skin diseases that a dog can get. This highly contagious condition is caused by extremely small mites that can cause severe itching and skin irritation and will significantly impact a dog’s quality of life. To learn more about how scabies is treated along with aftercare, read our article: thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/scabies-mange-mites

09/15/2026

September is , and we want to raise awareness for these smart and dedicated animals! 🐕‍🦺

that the average service dog learns between 50 - 60 commands? In addition to retrieving items their owners need, they can perform essential tasks like flipping a light switch, pushing buttons and buzzers, and opening doors.

Many thanks to all those who train these incredible dogs to improve the lives of those they serve.

09/07/2026

Today we honor the hard work, care, and dedication of the veterinary teams and pet owners who help keep tails wagging every day. 💙 🐾

09/05/2026

08/31/2026

Raise your hand if you were today years old when you learned your pet could be allergic to YOU! 🙋

Dogs and cats experience allergies differently than we do: Licking, scratching, hair loss, and other symptoms can all be signs of allergic reactions or skin disease. Sometimes mild changes can signal a growing problem. We can help find the cause and curb the symptoms before they worsen. For the full 411 on key signs of allergies and how they’re diagnosed, read our article: thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/vet-tips-for-itchy-pets