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Adding a pet to your family is a big decision especially when you have children. Please read on to learn more about tips and ideas to consider when adding a pet to your family. 

  • Pet Therapy
    Category: Living With Your Pet, Children and Pets

    If you have a child who is struggling, pet therapy for children is a proven therapy treatment that works for a variety of conditions. Your child will likely respond very well to an emotional support animal. Your veterinarian can offer more information about this form of treatment, too. What is Pet Therapy

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  • Advantages & Benefits
    Category: Living With Your Pet, Children and Pets

    If you’re still on the fence about getting a pet for your child, you should know that there are many benefits of owning a pet for children. Of course, there are responsibilities and other aspects of pet ownership that need to be considered. Owning a pet is a big decision. But there are definitely more

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  • Introductions
    Category: Living With Your Pet, Children and Pets

    Bringing an animal home to become a member of your family is certainly an exciting time. However, you want to be careful when your new cat or dog first meets your kids. Here are a few of our best tips on how to introduce new pets to children in a way that fosters a bond from the very start. Have Plenty

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Tuesday:

8:30 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:30 am-5:00 pm

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8:30 am-5:00 pm

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8:30 am-5:00 pm

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