Canada Day and other celebrations with family and friends make summertime extra special, but parades, fireworks, barbecues, and seasonal storms create plenty of noise, which can trigger pet anxiety for our animal companions.

Not to worry! With a bit of advanced planning and helpful hints from our caring team, balancing summer fun with the need to keep our pets comfy is a walk in the park. 

With over 99,000 cases of COVID-19 since January, we have joined other nations gripped by fear and grief. But now that restrictions have eased somewhat, people are trying to establish a new normal – and pets are the first to notice. 

Some may have relished every extra moment with their special human, but near-constant attention and snuggles on demand may soon be waning. Pet separation anxiety is normal, but if symptoms are ignored long-lasting effects are possible. 

Some cat owners grapple with the decision to restrict their cat’s exposure to the outside world. Many cats face early mortality or life-threatening injuries each year, so keeping them on the right side of the threshold is the safest choice. However, despite the fact that an indoor-only lifestyle is for their own good, it can feel like you’re limiting their opportunities for happiness. Luckily, with a little creativity and commitment, you can still keep them safe and cater to their needs.