Veterinary Blog

Safeguarding Pets While Swimming As the summer heats up, you and your pet may want to cool down with a pool. Although it's in their name, not all dogs--or pets--know how to "doggy paddle," so use caution when swimming with your four-legged pal. Here are five...

How to Get Ready for Your Pet's Death Even though losing a pet is never easy, being mentally and emotionally prepared for it helps lessen your suffering. Here are four strategies to help you prepare for and deal with your pet's ultimate death. #1. Assess the quality...

Tips for Preventing Lyme Disease Slow-moving parasites awaken as the frigid winter weather eventually disappears and is replaced by the warm spring weather. Because of this, April is the ideal month to observe Lyme Disease Prevention in Dogs Month. Take steps to...

The death of a pet is one of the most traumatic experiences pet owners face, and it can be especially difficult to cope with. You may feel intense sadness and sense a profound emptiness in your life without them. But you are not alone; many people have experienced...

As a responsible pet owner, it is important to be aware of potential hazards in your home that could harm your pet. Many common items such as medications, cleaning supplies and house plants can contain toxins that can poison our furry friends. To keep them safe, it’s...

Treating your pet on Valentine’s Day is a great way to show them how much you care. However, when it comes to treats for pets, safety should always be top priority. Check out these 3 safe and delicious pet treats that are perfect for celebrating the season of love...

Being a pet owner can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it also means taking on the responsibility of providing the best care you possibly can for your four-legged family members. One important aspect of keeping your beloved pets healthy is making sure they...

How to Recognize a Winter Pet Emergency Summertime comes with a host of hazards for pets, but colder weather also brings its own dangers. As the temperature drops, watch out for the following issues that can require emergency care for your furry pal. Antifreeze...

3 Easy Low-Impact Exercises for Senior Pets As your furry pal grows older, regular exercise is critical to help them maintain healthy muscle mass and body condition. However, the same activities your pet enjoyed when they were younger can create too much stress on...

No one enjoys being cooped up indoors all winter long. But even if you can't get outside as much as you'd like, that doesn't mean your pet has to suffer. There are plenty of ways to keep your pet entertained and active indoors this winter. Here are a few ideas to get...