How to Protect Your Pets on Howl-o-ween

How to Protect Your Pets on Howl-o-ween

Halloween can be thrilling. It offers a night of lighthearted and fun horror with passing out candy and watching scary movies. For your pet, it can be an evening where strangers show up in ghoul outfits and can cause them additional stress. But it doesn’t need to!...
Pet insurance – What You Need to Know

Pet insurance – What You Need to Know

Your best friend with four legs is in need of some medical attention and you find out it’s going to cost more than you can afford. What would you do? Many pet owners today are faced with this scenario every year. Whether a pet has a sudden injury, an accident,...
National Chicken Month

National Chicken Month

Why did the chicken cross the road? We may not know the answer to that question, but, because our clinicians see a fair number of chickens, we do know a lot about them. In celebration of National Chicken Month, we would like to share some tips and tricks for caring...
Are Your Kids Back in School? Prepare Your Pet for Success

Are Your Kids Back in School? Prepare Your Pet for Success

As the kids return to school, you may notice your pets experiencing a change in mood and behavior. While it’s normal for pets to feel lonesome and bored as they transition to their new schedule, it’s important to provide your pet with what they need to ease their...
What You Need to Know About Mental Enrichment for Your Pets

What You Need to Know About Mental Enrichment for Your Pets

One of the most important preventative care you can provide your pet is mental enrichment. That’s right–your pet needs homework! And while you don’t need lesson plans to keep your pet’s brain active, we hope you will consider scheduling fun, games, and...
The Dos and Don’ts of Pet Thunderstorm Anxiety

The Dos and Don’ts of Pet Thunderstorm Anxiety

It’s that time of year when pets fall under the frightening misconception that “THE SKY IS FALLING!” That’s right–it’s thunderstorm season. And for many pets, this time of year brings out their worst fears and anxieties. While you cannot explain to your pet that...
What Your Pet Would Tell You About Their Fear of Fireworks

What Your Pet Would Tell You About Their Fear of Fireworks

While we love fireworks, pets don’t understand why the sky lights up and why booms shake the house. Because of the traumatic nature of fireworks, many pets develop a deep fear of them. This can make the Fourth of July one of the most stressful nights of the year....
How to Safely Celebrate Pride Month with Your Pet

How to Safely Celebrate Pride Month with Your Pet

It’s Pride Month, and if you’re like so many pet owners, you’ve been celebrating the beauty and joy of LGBTQ+ culture. At Homey Gnome, we’re proud to be a business that embraces our entire community. If you want your pet to feel included in the excitement of Pride...
Considering adopting a new pet? 5 Reasons to Adopt a Cat

Considering adopting a new pet? 5 Reasons to Adopt a Cat

If you are a pet owner, or thinking about becoming one, you’ve possibly thought about adopting a cat. There are many reasons to adopt from an animal shelter that may not be obvious at first glance. Read on to find out more about five reasons why cats can make a...