(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

Your four-footed friends could benefit from your taking four important steps to keep your pets in peak condition.

1. See the vet for regular checkups. Dogs and cats age faster than humans. They can grow up — and grow old — almost before you know it. Regular wellness exams let your veterinarian diagnose, manage and protect against potential health problems before they become serious.

(Welcome to our pet column, courtesy of Pet Connection Programs Inc. of Marilla. We post a new article each week, so be sure to check back on a regular basis!)

Did you spend the winter dreaming of trips to the cottage or camping with your family, friends and pet? If you've been planning your trek to the cottage, or the dilemma of how you'll get your frisky pup to sleep in a tent, Pets Plus Us, a pet owner community and insurance coverage provider, has a few tips on how to keep everyone happy on vacation.

It only happens once a year.  The Maddie’s Pet Rescue Project is hosting Certified Pre-Owned Pets, an adoption event at the West Herr Used Car Outlet, 5535 Transit Rd in Williamsville.  Taking place on May 4th from 11:00 – 3:00, Certified Pre-Owned Pets will feature all makes and models.  Pet owners are sure to find their perfect companion from amongst dozens of dogs and cats. 

To help move precious inventory, Black Dog, Second Chance, the City of Buffalo Animal Shelter, HEART, Second Chance Sheltering Network, the SPCA Serving Erie County, and Ten Lives Club will be discounting adoption fees to a fraction of their true value.  In addition to spay/neuter surgery and up to date vaccinations, all certified pre-owned pets come with standard four paw drive and a 100,000 smile guarantee.