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Is Your Pet Ready for an Emergency? A Simple September Preparedness Checklist

By Scott Monterastelli | September 24, 2026

September is National Preparedness Month, which makes it a good time to ask a question many of us do not think about until the weather alerts start rolling in: If you had to leave home quickly, would your pet be ready too? Here in Central Illinois, emergencies may look different from other parts of the […]

Rabies Exposure: Why Vaccines Matter and What Pet Owners Should Do

By Scott Monterastelli | September 14, 2026

Rabies is one of those diseases most pet owners have heard of, but many people do not think about it until there is a bite, a bat in the house, or a sudden wildlife encounter in the yard. And at that point, things can get stressful quickly. The good news is that rabies is preventable. […]

New World Screwworm: What Central Illinois Pet Owners Should Know

By Scott Monterastelli | July 7, 2026

New World screwworm has been getting a lot of attention recently, and understandably so. When headlines include phrases like “flesh-eating parasite,” it tends to make every pet owner pause mid-scroll. The good news? For most pets in Central Illinois, the current risk remains low. The even better news? A little awareness and good wound care […]

Summer Safety for Cats and Dogs: Simple Ways to Keep Pets Comfortable, Calm, and Healthy

By Scott Monterastelli | June 23, 2026

Summer Is Fun — But It Can Be a Lot for Pets By late June, summer is officially settling in. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and many families are spending more time outside, traveling, grilling, or getting ready for July celebrations. For our pets, summer can be exciting too. Dogs may get […]