Are You Communicating with your Pets?

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It may sound silly; however, do you ever have a difficult time communicating with your furry friends? Sometimes the way we interact and speak with our friends and family, won’t always work when it comes to your pup.

Your husband or wife may love a hug, or your niece may enjoy a head rub. But if you try that with your pets, you may get a negative reaction.

Here are a few tips, courtesy of parade.com, on how to effectively speak dog!

• Don’t pat his head: Often times, patting a dog’s head is a threatening gesture.
• Don’t stare a dog in his eyes: Many pet experts don’t recommend staring contests with pets.
• Defuse tension with dog by looking away: Dogs can feel aggression. So, looking away from your dog can help ease a tense situation.
• Approach a dog from the side, not head on: Some dogs that are more social will handle being faced head on than a more submissive dog. Approaching a dog from the side is always the better option.
• Get on dog level: If you’re looking to speak with your dog, especially a timid dog, squat down and let the dog approach you. Yelling or barking orders at the dog from higher up can intimidate a pooch.

Let us know what you think of these tips on our Facebook page! 

Does Your Pet Have Seasonal Allergies?

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Did you know allergies affect pets as well as humans? Pets can also suffer from seasonal allergies that often result in infected skin and ears.

According to USA Today, Dr. Lorraine Corriveau reports that “more than 20 million pets across the United Stated and Canada have skin conditions, many because of allergies.”

Once your veterinarian figures out what type of allergies your furry friend has, there are a few options. Allergies can be treated with shots, medication or mild skin shampoos. If you’re a pet owner, you never want to ignore your pet’s symptoms or allergies. If you’re unsure if your pet has allergies, your best bet is setting up an appointment with your veterinarian. 

To continue reading about pet allergies, CLICK HERE.

If you think your pet may be suffering from seasonal allergies, please give any one of the Bregman Veterinary Group locations a call. 

Have You Downloaded our iPhone App?

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If you have a smart phone, download the Bregman Veterinary Group App today!  

The Bregman Vet Group App is a free iPhone application that we designed to help aid our clients in providing the highest level of care for their animal companions!

Our smartphone app is a great way for you to stay connected to the Bregman Veterinary Group. Our app is available in the App store. If you have any questions about our app, please contact any one of our locations.

Social Media Reminder - Are You Connected with The Bregman Veterinary Group?

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Are you connected with the Bregman Veterinary Group? Find our social media pages and connect with us today!


FOLLOW us on Twitter @Bregmanvetgroup
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The Bregman Veterinary Group has locations in both Long Island and in Brooklyn. We have over 50 years combined veterinary experience, and are able to provide your pets with the most modern and up to date veterinary care available.

Contact one of our locations today if you have any questions or are interested in more information.

The Cat Hospital: (877) 228-4131
5th Avenue Cat Clinic: (718) 398-1187
Paws and Claws Veterinary Hospital: (718) 782-8387

Disaster Preparation Awareness

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Disasters can happen anywhere at any time. No matter the size, if you’re unprepared, your home and family can be in great danger.

Don’t wait for a disaster announcement to begin preparing. Start now. 

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) along with the Bregman Veterinary Group is encouraging all pet owners to take proper precautions to ensure you and your pets are ready if disaster is to strike. With hurricane season underway, there is no better time to prepare your home and family. 

Here are a few tips on how to begin preparing a disaster plan.

• Setup an appointment to talk to your veterinarian about disaster planning.
• Assemble an animal evacuation kit.
• Develop an evacuation plan for all of your animals and practice the plan.
• If you live in an apartment, make sure your animals are on record with management and are able to evacuate via the stairwell. Dogs should be taught to go up and down stairs to better assist rescue personnel. 
• Keep written directions to your home near your telephone. This will help you and others explain to emergency responders exactly how to get to your home.
• Identify alternate sources of food and water.
• Have well maintained backup generators for use in food-animal production operations.
• Keep all vehicles well maintained and full of gas.
• If you have horses or livestock, good barn and field maintenance can reduce danger. Decide on the safest housing location if evacuation is impossible, realizing that the situation is still life threatening. Assess the stability and safety of barns and other structures, promptly remove dead trees, and minimize debris in the field and immediate environment. 

For additional tips on disaster preparation, please CLICK HERE. 

Labor Day Weekend BBQ Guidelines for Furry Friends!

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Labor Day weekend is here. The summer has come and gone quickly as it usually does. However, there is one weekend left to celebrate another great summer.

Labor Day weekend is one of the most popular weekends of the year for barbeques and picnics!  It is more than likely that you and your family will either be attending a Labor Day BBQ or hosting one. The extended weekend gives families and friends one last opportunity to enjoy the hot sunny days and breezy nights, while making new memories and traditions.

As much fun as barbeques and picnics can be for your family and friends, they can be a dangerous time for pets. Barbeques can be dangerous for your furry friends because they pick up any food scraps they can get their hands on that have been dropped by guests!

Here is a list of common household food items that your pets should be sure to avoid:

• Alcoholic beverages

• Avocados

• Bones (Raw or cooked)

• Chocolate

• Coffee  or any other type of caffeine)

• Garlic

• Macadamia Nus

• Moldy or Spoiled Foods

• Onions

• Onion Powder

• Chives

• Raisins

• Grapes

• Salt

• Yeast Dough

• Tomatoes

• Milk and Dairy Products

• Candy and Gum

• Raw Eggs

• Tuna

If you think you will have any of these foods/ingredients at your Labor Day BBQ, be sure to keep your pets safe from the party area. Many of these food items can cause your pets to become ill. Also, be sure that everything you’re serving at the party is kept out of your pets reach. It’s good idea to advise your guests to throw all plates away and not leave any food lying around!

If you find that your pet is ill from consuming a dangerous type of food this weekend, call The Bregman Veterinary Group immediately!

Today is National Dog Day!

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Today is National Dog Day! Are you a dog owner? How will you celebrate your furry friends today?

August 26^th marks the official date of National Dog Day, also known as International Dog Day or National Dog Appreciation Day. This is the perfect time to show your pets a little extra love and affection!

If you’re looking for ways you can celebrate National Dog Day, we’ve got you covered. Here is a list of 50 Ways to Celebrate National Dog Day, courtesy of www.NationalDogDay.com.

Let us know how you’ll be celebrating National Dog Day on our Facebook page.