May Team Member of the Month: Shelly

Shelly Gordanier, Pet Groomer is our May Team Member of the Month! Shelly has been with Avondale Grooming since the fall of 2011. She has 16 years of grooming experience and is a talented pet stylist. Shelly enjoys doing the latest in "funky" styles for pets -- anything from mohawks to special pet colors and blueberry facials! In her free time she loves spending time with her daughter and enjoys all kinds of music. We are glad she is a part of our team!

Pets & Cookouts

Did you know that some of the most common foods we eat during our cookouts are the most dangerous foods for our pets? Meat with bones in it, such as chicken and ribs, are extremely dangerous for our pets to get a hold of…bones can puncture the stomach and other organs if swallowed because they cannot be digested. Corn-on-the-cob can also be dangerous because dogs have been known to swallow the cob whole! What do you do to keep your dog busy with something else during the barbeque?

Pets & Cookouts

Cookouts and family get-togethers are great springtime activities. However, the food we often enjoy at these events can make pets sick and even cause Pancreatitis, which is a very serious disease. Any food that is not made for your pet…is not good for them. We want to remind you to bring plenty of food and treats for your pets so they can join in the fun without risking a stomachache or other illness later.

As winter leads into spring, there are other safety concerns that you should be aware of regarding your pets. One of the main concerns involves lawn and garden products. Fertilizers can be very harmful and even deadly to pets so be sure to keep these products out of reach. Follow the directions on the fertilizer bag to the T!