As the temperatures rise, it’s important to remember that our pets cannot regulate their own temperature as easily as humans can.

The St. Louis County Health Department has announced that they are treating a man for rabies after he was bitten by a bat that tested positive for rabies. St. Louis County Health officials say this is the first rabies positive animal this year.

There has been a lot of talk about a virus that is infecting our canine population. Chicago has recently reported that Canine Influenza is being seen in epidemic proportions in their area. Canine Influenza symptoms are a high fever, loss of appetite, a never-ending cough and lethargy. We have been seeing a persistent cough in the St. Louis and surrounding areas as well.

Learn more about this common disease. Heartworm prevention is effective and is much cheaper than treatment.

Check out these Spring Safety tips to keep your pet safe as seasonal dangers could pose a threat.