Making moving managable
May 1, 2018
As I’m writing this blog, I find myself in the middle of packing up my house and moving to a new one with two dogs who are wondering what is going on. Here are some tips to help make moving less stressful for your pets! First off, have an overnight kit for your pet-this should contain food, litter, toys and grooming supplies to last through the first few days of unpacking. Despite your best effort to label boxes, there is always a chance you won’t find your pet boxes for the first little bit and having this kit will make things less stressful. As a second part to this, pack your pet’s stuff later in the process. They will be stressed to see boxes and furniture moving and disappearing from their house. Leaving their toys, bowls, and beds alone as long as possible will help them retain some semblance of normalcy. On a similar note, your pet’s items should be some of the first items unloaded to help them feel more at home in the new place. Keep your pets out of the action. Prepare a quiet room away from the bulk of the moving noise. You can also opt to board your pet for the day(s) so they are out of the […]
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July 17, 2012Dr. Silverstein was recently interviewed in The Senior Scene, a publication put out quarterly for Maple Grove senior citizens. In it he answered many commonly asked questions regarding cats and their health. Please check out the current newsletter (pdf link for The Senior Scene quarterly newsletter is located about half way down page). After September 2012, a copy of the old newsletter can be found here Dr. Silverstein’s article is located on pages 5-6. For more information regarding common feline diseases, please see our website. We would be happy to discuss your cat’s health with you whether it be prevention, diagnosing, or treating, so give us a call today!
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