HolyCowCritters

HolyCowCritters Helping make your life with your pets the best that it can possibly be through customized nutrition I am an Executive Director petPro with pawTree.

I am a certified PetTech Pet CPR & 1st Aid Instructor and a former certified veterinary technician. Check out my web portal: www.pawTree.com/Annette
We specialize in customized nutrition plans for your dogs and cats. Everything is processed and sourced in the USA. My pets are very important to me, so I want them to have the very best. Let me help you choose the best for your pets! I enjoy shar

ing animal nutrition information and all natural alternatives with pet parents. Please feel free to ask me any pet-related questions!

Do you know what the most popular dig breeds are??Is your dog on there? Or your favorite breed?Let's see pix of your mos...
03/25/2025

Do you know what the most popular dig breeds are??
Is your dog on there?
Or your favorite breed?
Let's see pix of your most popular dog! Purebred or mixed!


So, what can't you live without???
03/24/2025

So, what can't you live without???




Cats don't seem to get as much love ❤️ as our doggos! Let's see those kitties!! 😺This is Ulysses. He was my first hospi...
03/24/2025

Cats don't seem to get as much love ❤️ as our doggos!
Let's see those kitties!! 😺
This is Ulysses. He was my first hospital therapy partner. Do you know his breed?




I ❤️ the convenience of just giving a simple chew or two to my dogs AND cats to help with their dental health!And for fi...
03/23/2025

I ❤️ the convenience of just giving a simple chew or two to my dogs AND cats to help with their dental health!
And for first time pawTree customers, it's 40% off with code SPRING25!
Shopping link in bio or drop 🦷 for me to send you a no obligation shopping link!







Spring has officially sprung according to our calendars! YAY!!But what signals spring for you?For me it's flowers and ba...
03/22/2025

Spring has officially sprung according to our calendars! YAY!!
But what signals spring for you?
For me it's flowers and baby animals.
How about you??





March is Pet Poison Prevention month! what Common Household Items Are Toxic to Pets?The American Society for the Prev...
03/21/2025



March is Pet Poison Prevention month!

what Common Household Items Are Toxic to Pets?
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is a 24-hour helpline staffed by veterinary toxicologists and other veterinary professionals experienced in pet poisonings. THERE IS A CHARGE TO CALL THEM.

Each year, they receive thousands of calls and compile a list of the top 10 pet poisons, which most often are everyday household items.
Here are the poisons currently topping the list and how you can keep your furry pal safe.

#1: Over-the-counter human medications
As of 2022, over-the-counter (OTC) human medications had topped the list for five years running. These medications are easily accessible in most homes, purses, backpacks, and cars. Examples of toxic OTC medications include:

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen
Cold medications
Herbal supplements
Many medications used in veterinary medicine are adapted from human medicines, but you should never assume a medication is safe for your pet. Pets metabolize drugs differently and can develop organ failure or serious gastrointestinal (GI) distress if they consume common OTC drugs. Keep all medications stored in pet-proof cabinets or drawers and hang bags and backpacks out of reach. Never administer any medications to your pet without your veterinarian’s instructions.

#2: Human foods
In addition to drugs, pets metabolize some foods differently from people, which can cause toxicity. The consequences of eating a toxic food vary depending on the pet’s size, the amount eaten, and the particular food. Always secure food in the pantry or refrigerator, avoid feeding table scraps, and keep nosy pets out of the kitchen and dining areas while you’re cooking or eating.

Toxic foods include:

Chocolate
Xylitol, which is often found in sugar-free gum and foods
Macadamia nuts
Grapes and raisins
Onions and garlic
Alcohol and caffeine
Raw yeast dough

#3: Prescription human medications
Like OTC medications, prescription medications are readily available in most people’s homes and can be deadly to pets. The most commonly ingested drugs are those most commonly prescribed and include ADHD medications, antidepressants, and heart medications. Store all medications out of your pet’s reach, including portable pill containers in purses and suitcases.

#4: Plants
We love to decorate our homes and outdoor areas with plants, which can add beauty and warmth. Unfortunately, many dogs and cats enjoy chewing on greenery and often ingest plant material. Many of the most beautiful plants contain toxic compounds, which can cause a range of symptoms, from mild drooling or stomach upset to seizures, kidney failure, or death. If you move to a new home or get the itch to change your landscaping or indoor décor, check the ASPCA list of toxic and non-toxic plants to ensure you don’t endanger your pet with toxic varieties, such as lilies, daffodils, tulips, azaleas, or sago palm.

#5: Household products
Many household products, such as paint, glue, and cleaning products, contain dangerous chemicals that can poison a pet. Some pets investigate and consume these items because they smell or feel interesting, despite a less-than-ideal taste, so keep these products in pet-proof containers or behind latched cabinet doors.

#6: Garden products
Lawn and garden chemicals and fertilizers can seriously harm pets. Some attract pets because they contain blood or bone meal. Read instructions carefully to know how long pets must stay away from treated lawns and store chemicals in locked sheds or garages when possible. In winter, keep pets away from antifreeze leaks in the garage or driveway, because licking only a small amount can be deadly.

#7: Veterinary products
Many prescription veterinary products are flavored so they are more appealing and easier to administer. Enthusiastic pets may enjoy the flavorings so much that they seek out the medication and eat a toxic dose. If you suspect your pet enjoys their medication a bit too much, ensure you store it carefully and don’t underestimate your pet’s ability to sniff out items they want or to chew through plastic packaging.

#8: Rodenticides
Rodenticides are edible bait products designed to kill mice and rats that can also easily kill larger animals, such as dogs and cats. These products are tasty to pets and can cause death via internal bleeding, high calcium levels, brain swelling, or poison gas production in the stomach. You can keep your pet from eating rodenticides by using other rodent-control methods and keeping pets under your control at all times to prevent them from finding poisons on neighboring properties.

#9: Pesticides
Like rodenticides, insect and snail baits, sprays, and fogs contain chemicals designed to kill pests, making them harmful to any living creature who ingests them. Read labels carefully to choose pet-safe products or use non-chemical pest control alternatives whenever possible.

#10: Recreational drugs
New to the list of top toxins is ma*****na, which has become more readily available in edible forms. Pets are extremely sensitive to THC’s effects and can become dangerously intoxicated if they consume ma*****na products. Although not associated with long-term harm in most cases, severe intoxication can lead to heavy sedation.

Pet toxins are found in all areas of modern homes, but you can protect your pet by keeping toxic items stored safely in secured containers, cabinets, or outbuildings. If you suspect your pet has consumed a toxic substance, contact the ASPCA APCC immediately for advice and seek emergency veterinary care at a local veterinary hospital.




SALE!!!NEW pawTree customers can get 40% off an entire 1st time order using code SPRING25 Ordering link in bio and in co...
03/20/2025

SALE!!!
NEW pawTree customers can get 40% off an entire 1st time order using code SPRING25
Ordering link in bio and in comments.

Fill out a pet quiz for suggestions from our vets about the best products for your dog or cat.

And remember pawTree always has a 90day 100% satisfaction guarantee or we'll buy your items back, no questions asked!






March is Pet Poison Prevention month. Do you know what the most common household toxin is for our pets?No, it isn't blea...
03/20/2025

March is Pet Poison Prevention month.
Do you know what the most common household toxin is for our pets?
No, it isn't bleach or laundry pods, it's toilet bowl cleaner!
Those solutions are thick/viscous and full of chemicals.
Just a splash onto the floor or if you don't rinse well and a pet drinks from the toilet bowl and the results can be deadly ☠️
Look at 'greener' options or use hydrogen peroxide.
Contact me if you'd like some inexpensive suggestions.



Are you ready to spring into healthy habits for your pets?? Take advantage of this fantastic spring sale!Link in bio ...
03/20/2025

Are you ready to spring into healthy habits for your pets?? Take advantage of this fantastic spring sale!
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Thru tomorrow at 11:59 central time!Don't miss out!
03/19/2025

Thru tomorrow at 11:59 central time!
Don't miss out!



Tell me the story...How did you choose your pet's name??What is the name and why?
03/18/2025

Tell me the story...
How did you choose your pet's name??
What is the name and why?

Happy St Patrick's Day from my favorite leprechaun, Lily!How do you celebrate St Patty's?Do you drink green beverages or...
03/17/2025

Happy St Patrick's Day from my favorite leprechaun, Lily!
How do you celebrate St Patty's?
Do you drink green beverages or eat corned beef?
Please share!!



Or cat...We get them for such a short time really.How are you making your time with your pets count?How do you spoil you...
03/16/2025

Or cat...
We get them for such a short time really.
How are you making your time with your pets count?
How do you spoil your 🐕 or 🐈??
Special treats? Extra toys? The softest beds??



EmBARKing on a road trip for Spring Break? Keep your pets safe by doing the following:1. Keep your pets safe and secure ...
03/15/2025

EmBARKing on a road trip for Spring Break? Keep your pets safe by doing the following:

1. Keep your pets safe and secure in a well-ventilated crate or carrier. The crate should be large enough for your pet to stand, sit, lie down and turn around in and have comfortable padding or cushion.

2. Prep a pet-friendly travel kit. Bring food, a bowl, cold water, a leash, a waste bag, grooming supplies, medication, first-aid and a favorite toy or pillow to give your pet a sense of familiarity.

3. Make sure your pets are tagged with proper identification prior to setting out.

4. Be sure to schedule frequent stops to allow your pets to use the restroom or stretch their legs.

And special treats are always appreciated.
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It's Pi Day🥧!! I HAD to come and try the fabulous pies that I've heard so much about here at Jennell's. All made by han...
03/14/2025

It's Pi Day🥧!! I HAD to come and try the fabulous pies that I've heard so much about here at Jennell's. All made by hand with love ❤️ (she put extra chocolate 🍫 on my chocolate cream pie) and I snagged fresh spring tulips and daffodils too! One stop shop!!

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-->That dog paws are weatherproof??The pads have a thick layer of fatty tissue that protects our furry friends’ feet ...
03/14/2025


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That dog paws are weatherproof??
The pads have a thick layer of fatty tissue that protects our furry friends’ feet from freezing in cold temperatures.
When the pad gets cold, the arteries within the foot transfer the cold blood back to the body where it is then warmed up.
This fascinating bodily process has led scientists to believe that our canine companions first evolved in colder climates.



Happy K9 Veterans day!Today we honor those canines who have joined our soldiers in the field.These dogs perform many dut...
03/13/2025

Happy K9 Veterans day!
Today we honor those canines who have joined our soldiers in the field.
These dogs perform many duties alongside our military personnel.
Thank you for your service.
Have you ever met a K9 officer, military or law enforcement?





Dogs get lots of attention, coz they demand it, but our cats are a bit more aloof and discerning.Let's see your favorite...
03/12/2025

Dogs get lots of attention, coz they demand it, but our cats are a bit more aloof and discerning.
Let's see your favorite furry feline 🐈‍⬛🐱🐈


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