Pet Mobility 101
Pet Mobility: The Importance of Annual Wellness Exams for All Ages, Especially Seniors Maintaining optimal mobility is crucial for the overall health and happiness of our pets. Ensuring your pet can move comfortably and freely is essential to their quality of life. Annual wellness exams are key to ensuring your furry friend remains agile and […]
Signs of OA Pain
Understanding Pet Mobility: Signs of OA Pain As pet owners, we cherish the playful and energetic moments with our furry friends. However, as pets age or due to certain health conditions, they may begin to experience mobility issues. Understanding these signs and knowing what osteoarthritis (OA) pain is can help you ensure your pet’s comfort […]
Let’s Celebrate Active Dog Month
It’s Active Dog Month! Also known as Canine Fitness Month, April is the perfect time to check in with your dog’s physical health and well-being. That’s because canine obesity is on the rise. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, over half of dogs across the country are classified as overweight or obese. That […]
Educating Yourself About Canine Respiratory Illness
Canine respiratory illness mimics kennel cough, but veterinarians and experts are not sure if it is viral or bacterial, and kennel cough treatment methods are not effective. Experts also dont know what is causing the illness. They do know that it is highly contagious, progresses rapidly, and has affected hundreds of dogs across the country. […]
Canine Respiratory Illness
Should you be concerned about respiratory illness in your dog? A mystery canine respiratory illness has been spreading across the nation with occurrences reported in Oregon, Colorado, Indiana, Illinois, Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada, and portions of the Northeast. The symptoms mimic those of kennel cough or canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC), as respiratory signs […]
Signs Your Pet Isn’t Getting Enough Exercise
Just like humans, pets need to get a little bit of exercise every day to stay happy and healthy. Regular exercise will keep your pet from gaining weight and will reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, kidney problems, and depression. If you arent sure what the right diet and exercise plan is for […]
How to Care for Your Senior Pet
What better time to celebrate your senior pet than Senior Pet Month this November? Your senior pet may not be able to chase you around the yard or go on long walks like they used to, theyre still your treasured furry friends. As they get older, youll need to make some alterations to your current […]
5 Important Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Pet
Spayed and neutered animals are much healthier and have longer lifespans than animals that arent spayed or neutered. If you want to give your pet the best chance at a long, healthy life, you should get them spayed or neutered. Here are the five most important reasons to make an appointment with your veterinarian for […]
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, designed to remind pet owners to stay up to date on their pets immunizations. Regular vaccinations are crucial to maintaining your pets overall health and wellness. This month, schedule a visit with your veterinarian to evaluate your pets vaccination records and schedule any booster shots or immunizations. Understanding the […]
Three Reasons Your Dog May Be Anxious
Anxiety is a common experience for many people. However, our dogs can also deal with feelings of anxiety. Dogs cannot vocalize what it is that is making them feel anxious, so its important to monitor our pets to understand their triggers in order to combat the uncomfortable feelings of fear and nervousness. Here are three […]