Nearly one in five American households adopted a pet during the pandemic, according to the ASPCA.
Today, 60% of pet owners say they would rather spend more time with their pets than anyone else, according to a recent Petco survey; and nearly 70% prioritize the health and preventative care of their pets, as they do for themselves.
SAN DIEGO, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Four years after the start of COVID-19, puppies and kittens adopted during the pandemic are now entering adulthood and pets adopted as adults are nearing retirement. As your partner in comprehensive pet care, Petco Health and Wellness Company Inc. (Nasdaq: FRAME) shares veterinarian-recommended tips to support pets through life stage transitions.
“Just like humans, pets’ needs evolve throughout their lives and Petco offers the essential expertise, products and services to care for their total well-being as they age,” said Petco. Petco’s chief veterinarian, Dr. Whitney Miller, DMV, MBA, DACVPM. “In terms of nutrition, activity level, veterinary care and more, puppies and kittens have very different needs than adult pets, and their needs change again as they age “It is extremely important that pet parents understand the different stages of life and how they can help their pets live their healthiest, happiest lives at each stage.”
Dr. Miller’s top tips include:
- Vaccinations: Vaccines are an essential part of the overall health of every animal. Puppies and kittens will need special attention in this area, but adult and senior dogs and cats still need regular vaccinations to protect them from contagious diseases. Petco revealed vaccine packets now available on Vetco Vaccination Clinics which are conveniently grouped by age and lifestyle, making it easier than ever to keep pets up to date.
- Regular checks: Schedule regular veterinary visits, at least once a year, to help prevent and quickly identify diseases. As pets enter old age, a trusted veterinarian can diagnose and treat problems to help pets live longer, healthier lives. Through June 30, 2024new animals to Vetco Total Care hospitals can receive a free initial veterinary exam.* Petco First vital aid Members receive unlimited routine veterinary exams at all Vetco Total Care locations or $20 Vital Care Rewards for every routine exam at any veterinarian outside of Petco.
- Nutrition: The nutritional needs of animals change with age. Puppies And kittens can benefit from unique and specific calcium and phosphorus formulations that help support their rapid growth and development. Adult pets may have new dietary sensitivities or needs and require a transition to a weight management or limited ingredient foods. When animals settle into their senior years, joint And fatty acid supplements can help ensure they support mobility and healthy skin and coat. Petco offers a range of nutritional products to support every diet, budget and life stage.
- Training: Training is a lifelong practice for pets, and pet parents should not stop at the puppy stage. Behavioral problems can arise at any stage of life and it’s never too late to learn new skills. With patience and dedication, pet owners can help their pets adjust to new routines, especially if the past four years have increased their pet’s separation and social anxiety. Petco offers a team of expert dog trainers, which can help animals learn desirable behaviors through training methods based on positive reinforcement. Now through April 6, 2024pet parents can receive $30 discount on Petco group dog training classes and packages, in-store and online, purchased at petco.com.*
- Grooming: A regular grooming routine is essential to maintaining a pet’s health and well-being. Not only will regular appointments keep pets looking their best throughout their lives, but they will also be targeted. grooming packages can help with problems such as fleas, shedding and itching. Additionally, Petco’s team of certified stylists begins each appointment with a seven-point pet care check to ensure the pet can be groomed safely and without any problems. obvious which should be evaluated by a veterinarian. As pets enter new stages of their lives, a regular grooming appointment can provide another line of defense when it comes to identifying and treating problems. Petco also offers grooming add-ons to a bath or full-service grooming, including the Spring Grooming Package, featuring a strawberry-scented shampoo and spritz, a strawberry-themed bandana and more, available For $28 now through May 4, 2024.
- Home integration: From puppy doors has a ramp For older pets, it is important to consider implementing simple adaptations at home to better support pets through each stage of their lives. As dogs and cats age, they may become stiff when lying on their old bed and feel more comfortable on a orthopedic bed. Puppies and older dogs may need potty pads within easy reach, while adult dogs can benefit from attractive toys which help release their energy and strengthen cognition.
- Security measures: One in three pets dies during their lifetime. Make sure you microchip pets, in addition to using an identification tag, for their safety. Also register your pets with Petco Lost Love, a free national lost and found database that uses patented image recognition technology to help reunite lost pets with their families. As more pet owners register their animals, it can help curb the increase in stray and lost animals arriving at shelters across the country.
In honor of National Puppy Day and Easter, Petco is also sharing two additional special offers for pet parents:
- 25% off select Every day dog supplies, including housing, beds and bowls, available in-store and online on National Puppy Day, March 23, 2024.
- 30% off select KONG, Youly And Multianimals Easter supplies, in store and online, from From March 8 to March 312024.
For more information about the health and wellness of pets throughout life stage transitions, visit a Petco pet care center or petco.com.
*Proof of offer required to redeem. Restrictions apply.
About Petco, The Health + Wellness Co.: Founded in 1965, Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and our own Petco partners. We have consistently set new standards in pet care while providing comprehensive pet wellness products, services and solutions, and creating communities that deepen the bond between pet parents and pets. company. We operate more than 1,500 pet care centers in the United States, Mexico and Puerto Rico, offering merchandise, pets, grooming, training and a growing network of veterinary hospitals across place and mobile veterinary clinics. Our comprehensive pet health and wellness ecosystem is accessible through our pet care centers and digitally on petco.com and on the Petco app. In tandem with Petco LoveAn independent, life-changing nonprofit, we work with and support thousands of local animal welfare groups across the country and, through in-store adoption events, have helped find homes for more than 7 million animals.
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