Blog & Pet Care Resources
Our team regularly publishes blogs to help you better understand your pet and their care needs. Enjoy!In The Blog:
My Dog Has Stomach Pain. Could it Be Pancreatitis?
Pancreatitis is a painful condition that afflicts some dogs. There are quite a few different causes of pancreatitis: Trauma, cancer, breed-specific conditions, and diet are all known causes. For the purpose of this post, we will focus on dietary related pancreatitis....
Why Won’t My Dog Stop Scratching Itself? A Guide to Stopping the ItchY.
Can you guess the most common type of non-wellness appointment we see in practice this time of year? If you guessed some variation of itching, scratching, or skin irritation, you are right! Allergy Season Affects Pets, Too All dogs will scratch sometimes. But...
What to Know if You Are Worried About COVID-19 and Your Cat or Dog
This is an unusual time to live. The COVID-19 pandemic is causing direct impact on almost everyone's lives. Even within the medical community, there is a large amount of uncertainty, because we are learning new things about this virus every day. Uncertainty can lead...
Avoid Letting Your Pet Eat These Common Household Foods, Plants, and Chemicals
Every year, my colleagues and I help treat dozens of pets who are inadvertently exposed to poisonous substances. The best way to keep your pets safe is to prevent them from getting access to dangerous drugs, plants and food. If you believe your pet has been exposed to...
The Dangers of Valentine’s Day Chocolate For Cats and Dogs
Valentine’s Day is a fun holiday, but it also poses a potential problem for both cats and dogs. A big part of Valentine’s Day involves chocolate, which can be toxic to your pets. Chocolate Contains Chemicals That Are Harmful to Dogs and Cats Theobromine is the...
Why Does My Healthy Pet Need a Wellness Screening?
Answer: Because when it comes to pets, not everything is always as it seems and a healthy exterior can hide troubling internal problems. Wellness screenings allow us to: Monitor your pet for abnormalities Act on any early changes Make sure any medications can safely...