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Dear Wonderful Riverside Family: Happy Spring!  We are all looking forward to warmer weather and all the other good things that Spring can bring.  As there are a lot of new things going on at Riverside, we wanted to share them with you.   New Ludlow location!!  As...

April 29: The Day Dedicated to Hairballs Did you know there is a day dedicated to hairballs? As a cat owner, you likely don’t need a special day to draw attention to your cat’s hairballs, but April 29 is National Hairball Awareness Day. Let’s take a closer look at why...

Is Your Cat Stressed Out? 3 Signs of a Seriously Anxious Cat Cats are highly sensitive creatures, which means they don’t react well to change. Whether the disruption is minor, such as moving clocks ahead an hour and changing a routine or major, such as moving to a new...

3 Ways to Respect Your Cat On March 28, we celebrate Respect Your Cat Day. While proud felines typically demand our respect and unwavering devotion every day of the year, make it a point to cater to their unique needs on their noteworthy holiday. Try the following...

How to Prepare a Pet Sitter to Care for Your Pet Whether you’re heading out of town for a weekend away or traveling for work, you’ll need someone reliable to care for your pet. Before leaving your four-legged friend in the hands of a pet sitter, follow these tips to...

4 Ways to Show How Much You Love Your Pet on Valentine’s Day As February 14th approaches, you may be thinking of ways to show your sweetheart how much you love them. With the following suggestions, you can also include your four-legged friend in this holiday’s fun and...

End-of-Life Care Options for Pets Knowing your pet is nearing the end of their life is heartbreaking, but understanding and preparing for their final moments can help you accept their passing. Whether your beloved companion is reaching the end of their natural life...

4 Reasons Why Pet Dental Care Should Be on Every Pet Owner’s New Year’s Resolutions List You know dental care is important for your furry pal, but did you know it’s so important? We think it should be on every pet owner’s New Year’s resolutions list. If regular pet...

5 New Year’s Resolutions That Can Change Your Pet’s Life The start of a new year has always been a time to improve your life. This year, ensure you also include your pet in that focus. Here are five New Year’s resolutions to add to your list that are guaranteed to...

Warm Up Old Bones: How to Make Your Senior Pet More Comfortable in Cold Weather Frigid winter weather can be harsh on old bones and aching joints, and elderly pets who are unable to regulate their body temperature, as well as their younger counterparts, can suffer....