What Does it Actually Do? Clearing Up Microchip Myths

Author: Lauren Piandes

There are a lot of rumors floating around the internet as to what microchips do and do not do for your pets. We’ve put together some common misconceptions and are determined to break those microchipping myths! Myth 1: A Microchip Can Track Your Pet False A microchip is as small as a grain of rice; […]

Thanksgiving Travel Tips for Pets

Author: Lauren Piandes
Category: Holidays, Pet Safety

The holidays are right around the corner and some of us may be preparing to travel to see relatives and friends this season. You may be planning to bring your furry pal with you, and that’s where PetLink comes in to help! Here are some tips on how to prepare your pet for holiday travel: […]

Are You and Your Pets Disaster Ready?

Author: Lauren Piandes
Category: Pet ID, Pet Safety
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It seems like hardly a week goes by that we aren’t hearing about a natural or man-made disaster on the news. Hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, hazardous waste spills, floods, gas leaks and other catastrophic events put our families and our pets at risk with frightening speed and regularity

Spring Cleaning and Care for your Pets

Author: Lauren Piandes

It’s almost spring again! As we prepare for the warmer months around the corner, here’s how you can prepare your pet for spring and summer:   Watch Out for Open Windows and Doors The weather is getting warmer, and you’re likely itching to throw open the windows and air-out your home. When doing this, remember […]

Halloween Safety Tips for You and Your Pet (with COVID-19 Precautions)

Author: Kathy Pobloskie

Although we may not believe it, COVID-19 is still prevalent in our daily lives over a year later.  Social-distancing and mask-wearing is still encouraged, and we are trying our best to keep our communities safe during this time in history. Because of this, along with the usual pet safety tips, we would like to add […]

What To Do If Your Pet is Lost

Author: Lauren Piandes

At PetLink, we know accidents can happen; doors and windows can be left open, fences can have holes in them, and pets could get lost. Therefore, it’s important to have a plan in place in case your pet goes missing. We want to reassure you that the PetLink call center is working as normal. We […]

Preparing Your Pet for the 4th of July

Author: Lauren Piandes

It’s almost July and you know what that means: barbeques, open doors, fireworks, and scared pets. This time of year can be especially frightening for our furry friends. In our experience at PetLink, July 4th is our busiest holiday for lost pets in the whole year. Here are some ways that you can prepare your […]

Get the Most from Your Winter Walk

Author: Lauren Piandes
Category: Pet Safety

It is finally January and you know what that means: It’s National Walk Your Dog Month! We know what you may be thinking: why is such an important month celebrated in the middle of winter? Well, it’s a great way to remember the importance of getting outside for some exercise and fresh air, especially during […]

Halloween Safety Tips for Your Pet During COVID-19

Author: Kathy Pobloskie

2020 has been a year for the history books. There have been many indescribable challenges but there has also been a silver lining to the cloud of the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay at home orders have given pet parents the opportunity to spend a lot of time with their pets, deepening their bond and cementing their […]