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Dog owners naturally want what’s best for their canine companions, with their dog’s physical health and well-being at the top of their priority list. A dog’s health is centered around the nutrients they receive every day and whether those nutrients are enough to sustain their health based on their age, activity level, and any me...
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Essential oils have gained tremendous popularity for their therapeutic properties and aromatic delights. However, while you might find lavender soothing, your pet could have an entirely different reaction. It's crucial to ensure that our furry friends remain safe and sound while we indulge in the aromatic world of essential oils...
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As a cat owner, you naturally want what’s best for your beloved feline. That includes not only their emotional health and making sure they’re happy, but their physical health as well. At the root of a cat’s physical health are the nutrients they receive every day. Pet owners often question if they’re feeding their cats the right...
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As veterinarians, we understand the immense joy that dogs bring to our lives. They are our ever-faithful companions, always there to brighten our days with their wagging tails and slobbery kisses. Unfortunately, serious health problems often lurk under dogs’ happy exteriors. They have a remarkable talent for masking their sympt...
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Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) is a disease that can affect any creature with a spine. In small animal veterinary medicine, it is commonly seen in dogs with long backs such as the Dachshund, Corgi, Beagle, and Basset Hound. The back is divided into three regions: cervical (neck region), thoracic (over the rib cage), and lumb...
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Ready to Board Your Dog or Cat? How Do I Choose a Boarding Facility For My Dog or Cat? Where you choose to leave your dog or cat while you are out of town is an important decision. Your pet is family and you have to feel comfortable that your dog, cat, guinea pig, bearded dragon, macaw or rabbit will enjoy a unique, individual...
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Help Your Pet Get Gold Star Behavior When You Head Back To School Summer Vacation is starting to come to an end. Your house may be bustling with back-to-school energy, and your pets will notice. They may not know exactly what you are preparing for, but they feel the change coming. Not only are you learning a new schedule as you...
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Overgrooming in cats is something that a lot of owners discover by accident or it’s found by a veterinarian on a cat’s physical exam much to the owner’s surprise.
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How Do I Know If My Dog Has Fleas? Most dogs will be extremely uncomfortable if they have fleas, and they will scratch and itch excessively. If you look at their hair coat closely, you may notice a black sand-like matter scattered through their hair, which is flea dirt or, stated bluntly, flea poop. Although some pet owners man...
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We often hear of the obesity epidemic plaguing the U.S., and unfortunately, the issue extends beyond humans. According to the American Kennel Club, 56 percent of dogs are overweight or obese, and fueling this canine health issue is the fact that many dog owners don’t even realize their pet is overweight.
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