Protecting Pets from Adverse Winter Conditions

Chicago, IL—The start of dangerously cold, adverse weather conditions combined with a winter storm warning for the Chicago metropolitan area and northern Illinois requires immediate action from pet owners. The Chicago Veterinary Medical Association provides the...

Protecting Your Pet from Dangerous Dog Days of Summer Weather Conditions

Protecting Your Pet from Dangerous Dog Days of Summer Weather Conditions Chicago, IL — The dangerous weather conditions known as Dog Days of Summer are returning to Chicago. Pet owners must be aware that their dogs and cats can suffer from the same heat-related...

Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Strikes Chicago Metropolitan Area

Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Strikes Chicago Metropolitan Area Chicago, IL – The Chicago Veterinary Medical Association recommends dog owners take immediate, precautionary measures to prevent their dogs from exposure to Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease...

Protecting Your Family and Pets from Animal Bites and Rabies

Burr Ridge, Illinois —A wild animal attacking a person in an urban setting is highly unusual. Children must be supervised and taught not to approach any animal that they are not familiar, including a dog or cat, or a coyote. Rabies is a zoonotic disease, which can...