Heartworm Awareness Month
by Dr. Kristin Claricoates Chicago Exotics Animal Hospital April is National Heartworm Awareness Month. Here's what you need to know. What animals need to be concerned about heartworm? At this time, heartworm [...]
Pick a Pet
“It is amazing how much love and laughter [pets] bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.” ― John Grogan, [...]
FAQ: Scary Animals
Aren't you afraid of that ________ (snake, lizard, tarantula … fill in the blank)? No. Hollywood movies notwithstanding, most of the animals at The Animal Store are absolutely harmless. There isn’t a [...]
Allergy-friendly Pets
While there are no guarantees any pet will be completely hypoallergenic, some species and breeds are better choices. Start with your doctor or allergist. Ask [...]
The Animal Store Poem
What’s in a name? Well, our name — The Animal Store — comes from a wonderful poem written by the Newbery Award winning author and poet Rachel Field. The Animal Store — by Rachel [...]
National Dog Bite Prevention Week
May 15-21, 2016 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. As the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reminds us, no matter how nice they are, all dogs can bite. It’s up to people to do [...]
Winter Tips for Pets
Well, we knew it was coming and it's finally here: Winter, with a capital W. If your pup is anything like our Hazel, then snow is just about the best thing in the world. But [...]
Help Protect Animal Welfare and Pet-choice in Cook County
On Wednesday, April 9, the Cook County Board of Commissioners will conduct a hearing on The Cook County Companion Animal and Consumer Protection Ordinance and we need your help. This ordinance is bad for [...]
Houdini: A story of love and rescue
We don't sell dogs here at that the animal store, although we do offer all the supplies you need to care for your favorite canine. One of the primary reasons we don't carry dogs is [...]
