When faced with an emergency, do you keep a cool head, or wail and panic? In any emergency, whether people or pets are involved, every second counts. Unfortunately, pets are prone to getting into mischief as soon as you walk out the door, which means they may be subjected to a toxin for an unidentified [...]

Did you know that feeding your 44-pound dog a dried pig’s ear or a hotdog is the same as you eating three donuts? Or that eating two donuts is the human equivalent of one ounce of cheese for your dog? We love giving our pets treats, and resisting their sweet, expectant faces is hard, but [...]

“I need to bring my pet in for some vaccinations.” Our hospital’s client care specialists frequently hear some version of this sentence. It is easy to think that only vaccines are given during an appointment, but a good wellness visit is made up of many additional components. Viewing a preventive visit through the eyes of [...]

The holidays are around the corner, and for many people, the holidays mean travel. Traditionally, families come together to share good tidings and cheer at this time of year—entire songs have been dedicated to holiday travel. But, when your family includes four-legged members, holiday travel can be daunting.  You don’t want to spend the days [...]

It seems only yesterday we were preparing the grill and gathering with friends to ooh and aah about the July fireworks, but the fall and winter holiday seasons are rapidly approaching. Summer flies by quickly, but the last three months of the year seem to move faster, thanks in part to endless holiday to-do lists, [...]

Proper nutrition is vital to your pet’s overall health, but with so many available food choices, it’s no surprise that our veterinary team members get many questions about this important decision. Here are the basics of companion animal nutrition, as well as answers to pet owners’ most frequent questions.  Pet nutrition 101 Nutrition is the [...]

When you feel a headache coming on, do you promptly head to the medicine cabinet for a pain reliever, or do you choose to suffer the throbbing pain for hours on end? Like people, our pets experience pain as a result of numerous health conditions, ranging from arthritis to glaucoma to cancer. The difference between [...]

Modern convention tells us we should brush our teeth twice a day and visit our dentist twice a year, but have you ever wondered about your pet’s oral health? Can you imagine how your teeth and gums would look—and smell—if you went months or years without brushing and flossing? Your pet’s dental health is as [...]

We’re in the thick of the dog days of summer, and it’s the perfect time to bust some popular heat-safety myths that may put your pet in danger.  Myth #1: Pets only overheat in cars on really hot days Truth: Heat increases quickly in enclosed spaces like your car, even when the external temperature is [...]

Summer is almost here, and you may be eagerly anticipating outdoor activities and gatherings with family and friends, especially the four-legged ones. The Fourth of July is right around the corner, just in time to kick off the summer with a celebration of our nation’s independence. Filled with fireworks, food, and fun, the Fourth is [...]