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Here at SLV Pet Care, we provide professional dog training, dog walking, and pet sitting services. Our blog is intended to provide tips, advice, and information to all animal lovers. While we encourage all pet owners to be well-informed, the advice offered in these pages is not a replacement for veterinary care. If you are concerned about the health of your pet, please contact your veterinarian!
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Xylitol: A Hidden Danger for Dogs
There are many common foods, plants, and household items that can be detrimental to your dog’s health. Some of these items have been...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Sep 14, 20214 min read
Back to School Savings!
Heading back to school or work after a fun summer or vacation can be a stressful time for everyone, including your pets. As we are...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Aug 3, 20211 min read
Trail Review: Alamosa Riparian Park
Here in the San Luis Valley, we are very fortunate to be surrounded by beautiful views of the Colorado landscape, and an abundance of...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Jul 27, 20213 min read
Summer Featured Pet - Meet Dave!
Our Summer Featured Pet is Dave, aka David Schnauzelhoff, a 5 year old Giant Schnauzer, and SLV Pet Care's official spokes-dog! Dave...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Jun 23, 20213 min read
House Sitting and Plant Care Services
No Pets? No problem! Did you know that SLV Pet Care also offers house sitting and plant care services? At SLV Pet Care, we know how...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Jun 14, 20212 min read
Updated Office Hours and FAQ
Beginning Tuesday, June 1st, SLV Pet Care’s office hours will be from 9:00am-6:00pm Tuesday-Saturday. If you have reached us outside of...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Jun 1, 20214 min read
Trail Review: Oxbow Trail System
Here in the San Luis Valley, we are very fortunate to be surrounded by beautiful views of the Colorado landscape, and an abundance of...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
May 25, 20214 min read
Rats Make Great Pets! Part Two: Is a Rat Right for You?
Did you know that rats can make great pets? Speaking from my own experience, they can be very playful, loving, and are highly trainable!...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Apr 7, 20213 min read
Spring Featured Pet - Meet Champ!
Our Spring Featured Pet is Champ, a 14 year old heeler/golden retriever/lab mix, who resides in Crestone with his moms, Nicole and...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Mar 20, 20213 min read
Rats Make Great Pets! Part One: Why Choose a Rat?
Did you know that rats can make great pets? Speaking from my own experience, they can be very playful, loving, and are highly trainable!...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Mar 13, 20214 min read
February is National Pet Dental Health Month
Pet dental health is not something most pet owners think about on a regular basis, until a problem arises and veterinary intervention is...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Feb 7, 20213 min read
January is National Walk Your Dog Month
With the snow and cold weather making everyone just want to snuggle up under some blankets, it’s especially important to remember that...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Jan 26, 20212 min read
Winter Featured Pet - Meet Brew the Greyhound!
Our featured pet for winter is Brew - a 5 year old retired racing Greyhound! Brew was adopted over the summer by his mom, Colleen, and...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Jan 5, 20212 min read
Winter Pet Safety
Winter is now upon us, which means cold weather, snow, and holiday hazards for your pet to navigate! Here are some helpful tips to keep...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Dec 18, 20204 min read
Donate Locally to Help the Most Animals This Holiday Season!
Let’s face it, when it comes to animals in need, we all want to do what we can to help. When we drop off supplies at our local shelter,...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Dec 4, 20203 min read
Meet Our Fall Featured Pet, Gary!
Meet Gary, a 3 year old Tibetan Terrier who lives with his mom, Maria, and little sister Gabby (a chihuahua mix), in Alamosa: Nickname: ...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Nov 13, 20202 min read
Halloween Pet Safety
Halloween is a fun-filled holiday for most people, but it can be very stressful for pets. Wondering how you can help make this a fun and...
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Oct 27, 20203 min read
Now Accepting Holiday Reservations!
We're already half way through October, which means that the holidays will be here before you know it! SLV Pet Care is now accepting...
SLV Pet Care LLC
Oct 16, 20202 min read
BLOAT: What is it and how is it prevented?
What is bloat? Gastric dilatation and volvulus, aka GDV or “bloat”, is a life-threatening disorder that mostly affects large, deep-chested
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Sep 18, 20204 min read
Separation Anxiety in Pets
There’s an old saying that "every cloud has a silver lining", which essentially means that every sad or difficult situation has a hopeful or
Julie Reisinger, RVT, LATg
Aug 14, 20205 min read
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