FAQs - Pet Health Resources

Summer means more time outside with your pet, and it also means fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes are more active. These pests can make your pet uncomfortable and even spread serious diseases. The good news? A few simple steps can help keep your pet healthy all season long.

New World screwworm is back on Texans’ radar after animal health officials confirmed a case in South Texas in early June 2026. While the largest risk for this parasite is generally in cattle and other livestock, New World Screwworm can also affect dogs, cats, people, and other warm-blooded animals. For pet families it’s important to: check wounds promptly, keep your pet on flea and tick prevention medication, know the warning signs, and contact a veterinarian quickly if something looks wrong.

Emancipet’s Pet Wellness Day Event in Houston is around the corner, and so is the opportunity to administer microchips to hundreds of pets. Before you pull up for this drive-thru event, here’s everything you need to know about microchips.

A long, healthy life starts at the heart for our most trusted companions! We’re kicking off National Heartworm Awareness Month with key takeaways about heartworms–Everything from where it comes from, how it’s prevented, and how to treat it.

What exactly do these vaccines do? How soon can you get your pet vaccinated? Ahead of our Pet Wellness Day Event in Houston–where we’ll be administering free vaccines and microchipping services to over 300 pet families–we’re breaking down everything you want to know about vaccines.

Emancipet’s veterinarians have put together some tips for holiday safety surrounding food, decorations, and cooler weather. Follow these tips to celebrate safely with your pets!

Pet food marketing loves buzzwords like “natural,” “whole-prey,” and “raw”—but not all trends are backed by science.

Summer is a season of sunshine, outdoor fun, and quality time with our pets —but it also brings unique challenges for both dogs and cats. From pesky parasites to overheating risks, a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your pets happy and healthy all summer long. Here are the top things to watch out for this summer—and how Emancipet is here to help.