Pet Fire Safety: Protect Your Dogs and Cats from House Fires

When you create a home emergency plan, it’s important not to forget our pets. Since our pets are a natural extension of our family or household, we may take it for granted that emergency planning will be intuitive or easy. Often we don’t realize there are protocols and some safety…

Water and Boating Safety for Your Pets: Enjoy Summer Safely

Summer in the Chattahoochee Valley means more time spent on the water. Whether you’re boating on Lake Oliver, kayaking the Chattahoochee River, or relaxing by the neighborhood pool, many pets love joining the adventure. Water can be a great source of exercise and fun,but it also presents risks that every…

Fireworks Safety for Your Pets

For many families, the Fourth of July means cookouts, time with friends, and spectacular fireworks displays, especially this year as we celebrate America’s 250th Independence Day. For our pets, however, the holiday can be one of the most stressful weekends of the year. The loud booms, flashing lights, unfamiliar guests,…

The Benefits of Taking Your Dog to Work

For many dog owners, bringing a furry friend to work sounds like a dream come true. Whether your workplace celebrates Take Your Dog to Work Day (June 23) or has a pet-friendly office policy, having your canine companion by your side may offer more benefits than you realize. Research suggests…

FAQs for Adopting a Cat

June is National Adopt A Cat Month What to Consider Before Bringing Home a New Cat Every June, animal shelters across the country celebrate National Adopt a Cat Month, a time dedicated to helping cats and kittens find loving homes. You may have seen the need for loving homes and…

Beat the Heat: Protect Your Pet from Heat Stroke

Summer in Columbus is no joke. With temperatures regularly climbing into the 90s and heat indexes that can push well past 100°F the season demands extra attention when it comes to your pet’s health and safety. Dogs and cats can’t sweat the way we do, which means they’re far more…

Wheezes, Sneezes, and Hacks: Understanding Your Pet’s Cough

If your dog has developed a persistent cough or your cat suddenly seems to wheeze or struggle to breathe, it can be alarming. Respiratory conditions in pets range from mild irritation to chronic diseases that require lifelong management. At Uptown Veterinary Clinic, we often evaluate pets with coughing, wheezing, noisy…

Include Your Pet in Disaster Preparedness

Emergencies can happen unexpectedly, especially in the Columbus, GA and Phenix City, AL area where severe storms, tornadoes, flooding, and power outages are common. While many families prepare emergency plans for themselves, pets are often forgotten until the last minute. At Uptown Veterinary Clinic, we encourage pet owners to include…

Save a Life. Adopt A Pet.

By Christi Britten
April 29, 2026
Accesories, Cats, Dogs, FAQ, Lifestyle, Pet
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April 30th is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, a perfect reminder that bringing home a pet is more than a purchase, it’s a life-saving decision. Choosing adoption not only changes the life of an animal in need, but it can also bring unmatched joy and companionship into your home.…

Heartworm Prevention: What Pet Owners Need to Know

April is Heartworm Awareness Month Heartworm disease is a serious, and potentially fatal, condition affecting pets across the United States, especially right here in the Southeast. The good news? It’s almost entirely preventable. During Heartworm Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to understand the risks and protect your pet year-round.…

Author: Christi Britten