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A Natural Alternative to Apoquel

A Natural Alternative to Apoquel
Allergies and the uncomfortable symptoms they cause are some of the most common problems facing pet parents today. It’s often hard to pinpoint the cause of the itching and scratching and the last thing we want to see is our pets suffer. 

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Avoid the Most Dangerous Dog Gift This Holiday Season

Avoid the Most Dangerous Dog Gift This Holiday Season
Rawhide might look like a harmless treat for your floof, but its journey from factory to shelf tells a much darker story. Rawhide is NOT a by-product of the meat industry—it’s a by-product of the leather industry. The scraps of hide not good enough to make a belt or shoes become one of the most dangerous products on the market. Let’s take a closer look at how rawhide is made and why it’s so harmful. 🚫

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Doggy Danger: Beware of these Holiday Plants

Doggy Danger: Beware of these Holiday Plants

The Halloween-Thanksgiving-Christmas holiday trifecta is traditionally characterized by festive and sometimes flamboyant displays of decorations. While many of these decorations are considered benign to the health and safety of you and your family, you may want to consider how they affect your pets. Dogs are the most likely culprits of gobbling up a poisonous holiday plant, so its important to take certain precautions when decorating your home for the holidays. First, beware of the poinsettia. This vibrant green and red plant indigenous to Latin America is a timeless decoration in the holiday season that garnered attention in the past for...

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When you choose Garden State Pet Center, you're not just shopping – you're supporting a local business that loves and serves this community

When you choose Garden State Pet Center, you're not just shopping – you're supporting a local business that loves and serves this community
Happy Small Business Saturday!  For the past two years it has been an honor to serve our community.  We wanted to take a moment to share a message with the community regarding supporting small biz like ours.  

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The Science of Dog Breeds: How Genetics Influence Behavior and Characteristics

The Science of Dog Breeds: How Genetics Influence Behavior and Characteristics
From the fluffy and playful Labrador Retriever to the sleek and regal Greyhound, dogs come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and temperaments. But have you ever wondered why certain breeds have specific characteristics and behaviors? The answer lies in the science of dog breeds, where genetics play a crucial role in determining a dog’s physical appearance, temperament, and even health.

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