Great Pet Care

08/09/2024

We know humans can suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Is seasonal affective disorder in dogs something to worry about? We talked to two veterinarians, Sandra Faeh, DVM, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association, and Karen Fine, DVM in Central Massachusetts, for the science behind behavior changes. Link in bio to find out their answers!

09/08/2024

Meet our Dogs of the Week ! Just two silly English Labrador Retrievers living their best lives in both California and Montana! Go check out their page 🥰

Want to be featured? Head to our link in bio!

06/08/2024

August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month! From excessive scratching to hot spots, ear infections, and scooting, there are many signs that could point to skin allergies in pets. Head to the Allergic Itch Educational Guide in our bio to learn what to watch for, and talk with your veterinarian about solutions to help your furry friend find relief!

02/08/2024

and her friend enjoy a Parisian breakfast 😍 To celebrate the Paris Olympics, we put together a list of over 200 French Dog Names! After all, French is the language of love! Link in bio for the complete list 🇫🇷🥖

31/07/2024

Did you know you can link your local veterinarian to your GreatPetCare account? Use our Find My Vet tool to add your practice and access helpful pet care tools including custom reminders, health records, and much more at our link in bio 🩺🥼🐕🐈💕

25/07/2024

High temperatures can be dangerous for our pets both inside in the home and outdoors. Learn what to watch for and how you can keep your pets safe from common summer dangers at our link in our bio ☀️🌡️

16/07/2024

If your cat has car anxiety, it can make trips stressful for both of you — but do you know how to make them more comfortable? Before heading out on summer adventures, visit our link in bio to learn how to help ease their nervousness, plus other top tips for a fun and safe season with your feline friend! ☀️🚗🐱

16/06/2024

Happy Father’s day to all the wonderful and dedicated fathers, grandfathers, father figures, and pet dads out there! Here is enjoying Father’s Day on the beach in France!

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14/06/2024

If there’s one thing these dogs have taught us, it’s the importance of stopping to smell the roses (or whatever flowers happen to be blooming in your neighborhood). Check out these dogs that stopped to sniff the flowers and more at our link in bio 🌸🌺🌷🌻🌼💐🪻🌹

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03/06/2024

Happy Pride Month 🌈 Dogs are nonjudgmental and never judge humans by color, gender, identity, or preferences. Without exception or exclusion, dogs love all of us unconditionally. If the world could be as open-minded as dogs, imagine how much kinder society would be. Link in bio to check out 30 dogs celebrating Pride month, reminding us that love has no boundaries. 🏳️‍🌈✨🏳️‍⚧️

16/05/2024

When the weather is nice, it’s easy to just open the back door and let your furry friend bound out for some outdoor fun. However, our yards can also pose some risks for dogs. Learn more about surprising dangers that may lurk in your yard and how to ensure a safe and fun time for your dog at our link in bio! ☀️🐕🌳

30/04/2024

Happy Adopt-A-Shelter Pet Day! We’re celebrating today by spotlighting an amazing rescue pup, Gravy! Gravy was rescued from an organization called Far Fetched Dog Rescue (). He was found abandoned with his mom, living under a wooden pallet as their shelter (see image 3 of their rescue pic). Now he has his forever home with us! His mom, Biscuit, also found her forever home with the help of Far Fetched.

Gravy is such a funny, sweet and smart dog. He is very short, and a little bit clumsy too. He has 15 different breeds in his DNA. Many people have told us he looks like an opossum, so that’s where his instagram handle comes from!

Since being adopted, Gravy has formed an unexpected friendship with our one eyed rescue cat, Cheddar. They are on TikTok (see image 5)

Can’t adopt but want to give back? You can foster (long-term, or short-term), volunteer, or donate to local shelters - is a great platform to support animals and rescues! Even a simple share makes a big difference in helping spread the message and find loving forever homes for these amazing rescue animals!

20/04/2024

It’s that special cannabis day of the year: 420 🌱 Dogs and ma*****na are not a good combination. Knowing what to watch for, preventing dog ma*****na accidents, and having a plan in place if exposure does occur can help spare your dog from developing serious health problems. Treat ma*****na and edibles as you would any other medication: keep them up high and well out of your dog’s reach. Learn more about what to do and how to prevent your dog from eating ma*****na at our link in bio!

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31/03/2024

Wishing you and your families a very hoppy Easter! 🪺

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29/03/2024

Celebrating Women’s History Month by recognizing just a few women who have made great contributions to veterinarian medicine! Have you heard of these women? How have you been inspired by female veterinarians?

25/03/2024

Meet our Dog of the Week, Dr. Doom! “Dr. Doom (Doomy) was fostered and adopted by my Air Force airman daughter when she was stationed in South Korea. She found him at an on base shelter () where he was given his name, based on a Marvel comic book character.

He was rescued from a dog meat farm where he was left in a cage to die. He was abused, neglected, abandoned, and in very poor condition when he was rescued.

My daughter fostered him and nursed him back to health. She eventually adopted him, and now he’s happy and thriving. When she got transferred to Alaska, she couldn’t take him with her, so he’s been with my husband & me in New Jersey for over 2 years.

We live in a rural and wooded area where he enjoys walking and exploring the outdoors. He has been a loyal and loving companion and friend for our entire family. He helped my daughter feel less lonely and homesick when she entered the Air Force and was stationed so far away from home (which was during the pandemic, when she was even more isolated). He helped lift our spirits when my husband was suffering in pain, & through his recovery after having hip replacement surgery.

He motivates us to get outside (whether we want to or not) and draws attention everywhere he goes because of his size and appearance. He’s definitely a special boy, because despite all of the suffering he’s had to endure he’s still very sweet, happy, and lovable.

He has a beautiful smile (and he smiles a lot) & has brought so much joy to all of our lives. He’s officially a “road dog,” as we recently drove over 4,000 miles with him to visit my daughter (8,000 miles total). He got to experience many different places in the U.S. and Canada along the way. It was a very special reunion for him and my daughter, where he enjoyed the beautiful Alaskan outdoors and met her new rescue dog named Shania.

My husband and I have fallen so much in love with him, so (with my daughter’s blessing) we are now going to keep him! We are back in New Jersey, where we will continue to give him the loving, forever home and life that he truly deserves.” — Thanks for sharing your story with us .jaffe.3133 ❤️

23/03/2024

Happy National Puppy Day Snoozes with 🥰

17/03/2024

Can’t get clover how cute is 😍🍀🌈 Wishing everyone a very happy St. Pawtrick’s Day!

10/01/2024

We’re starting 2024 off by expressing gratitude to the unsung heroes — our veterinarians and vet staff! Have a story about how your veterinarian team helped your pet? We’d love to hear it! Submit your pet’s story and you could be featured on Dogsofinstagram 🩺⚕️🐕🐈: https://www.greatpetcare.com/thank-your-vet/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=GP-GPC-thankyourvet&utm_content=fbpost

At GreatPetCare™, we're proud to be part of Covetrus®, a global animal health company that's all about helping vets improve care for our furry friends. Whether it's providing top-notch products, services, or technology, our unified platform connects vets with the knowledge and award-winning resou...

09/01/2024

We’ve all been there before: The forecast calls for record-cold temperatures, freezing rain, or a full-blown snowstorm—but you still need to take your dog out.

So, what temperature is too cold for a dog and how can you protect your pup? Learn everything you need to know about taking care of dogs outside in cold weather including how to tell if your dog is cold, potential risks of icy weather conditions, and prep and safety tips for winter walks:

Know the signs that it’s too cold for dogs. Get cold weather safety tips and find out how to keep your dog active in the winter.

14/12/2023

A mysterious canine respiratory disease is increasingly spreading in the U.S. but the cause is still unknown. The symptoms are similar to canine influenza or kennel cough, such as cough, fever, and nasal discharge, and it can lead to pneumonia. Read on to learn how to protect your dog from getting sick:

Learn about a new respiratory illness that's affecting dogs across the country and what veterinarians suggest to protect your pet.

06/12/2023

If you need some seriously good dog gift ideas, look no further. Our gift guide quiz is designed to offer personalized recommendations based on answers about YOUR pup. Plus, we’ll throw in exclusive offers to save you some holiday cash! Take the quiz below 🎁:

If you need some dog gift ideas, take our dog gift quiz and get personalized recommendations. The perfect present for your pup is a few clicks away!

01/12/2023

Our Annual Peace ☮️ Love❤️ Pups 🐶 Holiday Giveaway with Dogs of Instagram is a officially open! Enter to win over $2,000 in prizes for your pup from Shutterfly, Earth Animal, Embark Vet and PetSafe Brand 🎄🎁: https://swee.ps/lllLtRKnR

Win a grand prize holiday pup package valued over $2,000! Enter for a chance to win these awesome pup prizes! $500 of Shutterfly Gift Card for Pet Products 2 Embark Breed + Health Tests $500 Earth Animal Products, including Wisdom Air-Dried Food, No-Hide Rolls and No-Hide Strips! $500 of PetSafe Pro...

28/11/2023

This , help keep rescue animals warm and comfortable in winter! For every blanket you donate, CUDDLY will gift a blanket to Houston Humane Society ♥️ https://cuddly.com/donate/4928606/giving-tuesday/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=dogsofinstagram

The chilly winter months are upon us, and the Houston Human Society sees a constant flow of animals in need. With your support, we’ll help provide each and every one of them with the comfort they deserve.

Your contribution can make a significant difference in the lives of these animals. Imagine the joy and warmth your donated blanket will bring to a furry friend in need.
Let’s rally together and see how many blankets we can gather.

Help Giving Tuesday, and show Houston Humane Society that they are not alone in their quest to save animals. Houston Humane Society is a shelter located in Houston, TX. They are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, verified by CUDDLY. This GivingTuesday, let's come together to make a meaningful impact on the li...

27/11/2023

CYBER WEEK IS HERE! Shop local this holiday season and save big on preventatives, diets, and more – delivered right to your door! See the top deals from your veterinarian’s online store ✨🎁: https://www.greatpetcare.com/cyber-pet-deals/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=GP-GPC-seasonal-cybermonday&utm_content=fbpost

Shop local this holiday season and save big on preventatives, diets, and more – delivered right to your door!

21/11/2023

Cranberries, the tart red fruit that brings back fond memories of Thanksgiving dinners with our families, are known to have many health benefits for humans.

You may have wondered if you can share this snack with your canine companion. Continue reading to discover more on feeding dogs cranberries, the potential health benefits cranberries may have for dogs, possible risks, and how to feed them:

Tart cranberries have a variety of health benefits for humans. But can dogs eat cranberries? Learn more from a vet.

18/11/2023

Diet plays an important role in the health and happiness of senior felines. With this helpful guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about selecting a senior cat food that fits your feline family member’s specific tastes and needs:

Learn how the right senior cat nutrition could be the key to helping your aging cat enjoy happier, healthier golden years.

16/11/2023

Unexpected expenses can cause serious stress for pet parents. Pet parents reported spending upward of $1,000 in one year on their cat or dog. Of the pet owners surveyed, 45 percent of dog owners and 38 percent of cat owners underestimate the lifetime cost of care.

The good news: Whether you are looking for ways to cover routine pet care or wondering how to pay for emergency pet care, these seven options can help with the cost crunch:

If you're wondering how to pay for pet care, from routine vet checkups to emergencies, learn more about options that can help.

14/11/2023

Knowing when your dog is considered a senior is an important part of pet parenting. It means you can be alert for changes in their behavior or habits that might be signs of illness and you can take steps to keep your dog happy and comfortable well into their golden years. Read on to learn more about when a dog is considered a senior:

When is a dog considered a senior? The answer is more complicated than you might think. Learn how to calculate your dog's life stage.