Veterinary Blog

Weekend warrior syndrome is a term for dogs who get little exercise during the week but do intense physical activity on the weekends. These dogs are more at risk for fatigue and injury; here are the steps to avoid visiting the vet. Conditioning: Conditioning your dog...

Understanding Ear Care: Common Causes, Treatment, and Prevention of Ear Infections in Pets Ear care is a crucial aspect of maintaining your pet's overall health and well-being. Just like humans, pets can experience ear infections, which can be uncomfortable and even...

Many pet owners opt to groom their dogs at home, but there are compelling reasons to consider professional grooming services. Grooming a dog, especially one with specific needs like a fluffy coat, a young puppy, or behavioral challenges, demands considerable time and...

Sharing Is Not Always Caring: Diseases You Can Get from Your Pet Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that can be passed from pets to people and are more common than you may think. Your pet may appear to be perfectly healthy, but they can be carrying a transmissible...

Navigating Vet Hospital Lobby Etiquette: A Guide for Pet Owners In the bustling environment of a veterinary hospital, pet owners play a crucial role in creating a harmonious and stress-free experience for their pets and others. Understanding and following proper vet...

Exploring the Benefits of Pet Acupuncture: A Guide to Holistic Healing for Your Furry Friends Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing technique used to treat many physical ailments in humans and animals. For pet owners, acupuncture provides a safe and effective...

4 Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe From Tick-Borne Illnesses There’s nothing worse than spotting a tick crawling across your pet’s skin. Next time you’re taking advantage of the beautiful summer weather to go hiking with your pet, keep them safe from tick-borne illnesses by...

Separation Anxiety in Dogs Ever come home from work to find your favorite pair of shoes in pieces, your blinds ripped apart, or your door scratched to ruins? You aren’t alone. And, while this behavior could indicate that your dog needs to be properly trained, it could...

Is Stress Making My Cat Pee Outside the Litter Box? A Look at Feline Idiopathic Cystitis Most cat owners believe they have upset their feline friend when they discover urine-soaked clothing or bedding, but, believe it or not, cats are not vindictive creatures. One of...

How Dental Disease Affects Your Senior Pet’s Overall Health As your furry pal ages, they are faced with many health changes. Their vision dims, their hearing becomes muffled, and their gait becomes unsteady. They also are likely to suffer from pet dental disease,...