Posts from October, 2017
Shutter Speeds, Apertures, and the Best Pictures of Your Pet
The majority of us are visual learners, processing pictures 60,000 times faster than text. Picture sharing apps and websites are the result of our photo-centric culture, and pet owners are leading the virtual pack. Looking at adorable “pet pics” can become an obsession, especially if you have a willing subject (or 2 or 3) at home. To be sure, taking pictures of your pet is an important way to mark time and encapsulate memories. But if it’s done well, pet photography is an art form that earns admiration from The Pet Experts at Springbrook Animal Care Center.
Halloween and Beyond: The Plight of Black Cats
All animals deserve our respect, but among the ones who need a deeper level of understanding and protection, black cats top the list. Not only subject to low adoption rates throughout the year, they’re cruelly targeted during the weeks surrounding Halloween. Along with the community we serve, The Pet Experts at Springbrook Animal Care Center strive to elevate the status of black cats and make sure they’re seen for what they truly are: sweet, gentle companions.
No Other
Imagine if people associated Halloween with, say, a Great Bernard or a Jack Russell. Indeed, if another animal was attached to the spookiest day of the year, we’d be looking at a much different holiday. However, black cats are (and have been for quite some time) the most popular symbol of this holiday. But why?
Walk-ins Welcome!
We accept walk-ins during our Doctor’s Hours to meet your busy lifestyle. If you’d prefer to make an appointment, we offer those too!