by Heidi Clayton | Jun 26, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Pets, South Jersey
I received an email from a concerned pet owner about their young puppy having what the vet called an “innocent” heart murmur, asking if I thought the puppy would be able to handle training classes. Hearing that your puppy has an irregular heartbeat can be scary....
by Heidi Clayton | Jun 19, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Pets, South Jersey
In 2018, pet owners and the dog food industry panicked after the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) published a study with precursory findings that dogs, and perhaps especially Golden Retrievers, may be developing canine Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) as a result of...
by shorelocalnews | Jun 12, 2025 | Absecon, Atlantic County, Features, Pets, South Jersey
Skye’s work in Absecon has made a monumental impact in the world of therapy animals in schools nationwide When the next school year starts at Absecon Public Schools, there will be one less familiar face roaming the halls. Absecon Schools’ beloved therapy dog, Skye, is...
by Heidi Clayton | Jun 12, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Pets, South Jersey
According to the American Kennel Club, about 10 percent of all dogs will develop a heart disease over the course of their lifetime. A diagnosis of heart disease, even just several years ago, usually was not promising. However, with advancements in research, health...
by Sarah Fertsch, Staff Writer | Jun 5, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Pets, South Jersey
The Jersey Shore has long been a favorite destination for summer fun — and with a little planning, it can be just as enjoyable for your four-legged friends. While many boardwalks restrict dogs and beach access varies by town and season, there are still plenty of ways...
by Heidi Clayton | May 29, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Pets, South Jersey
If you want to enjoy the outdoors with your dogs in the summer in southern New Jersey, you will, at some point, have to deal with ticks. I spend a lot of time in the woods with my dogs, and ticks are just a part of life. However, I take measures to prevent them from...
