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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
The Dog Days of Summer
Today’s forecast here in Chicago calls for a high of 93°F. According to one local meteorologist, we are on a record-pace for days in the 90s this summer. I make it habit to avoid complaining [...]
Traveling with Pets by Car
It’s summer time and many families are ready to hit the road. If you plan to travel with your pet, new products and services are popping up all the time to make things easier. Pet [...]
Visiting the Dog Beach
The dog-days of summer are really pretty inviting if you have a dog and a beach nearby, as we do. Just steps away from the shores of gorgeous Lake Michigan … read more about taking [...]
National Dog Bite Prevention Week
May 20-26, 2012 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 the [...]
