In the face of a natural disaster or other emergency, having a plan in place is crucial for the safety of you and your family. But for many households, the family includes more than just people - it also includes beloved pets. Yet, all too often, pets are overlooked in emergency preparedness planning. This [...]

Dental care is an often overlooked but vitally important part of an animal's overall health. Good dental health is essential for our furry friends, just as it is for humans. Dental care plays a critical role in maintaining the overall well being of dogs and cats. Although cavities are less common in pets than in [...]

Rabies is one of the deadliest diseases on the planet. Once clinical signs appear, the disease is almost always fatal. Every year, rabies kills more than 60,000 people, mostly in Africa, India and other parts of Asia. More than 99% of the cases are contracted from a dog bite. Since the disease is preventable in [...]

Looking for a new pet? Important things to consider before getting a new pet: Do your research. Can you afford the continuous care? They will need vet visits, leashes, collars, possible behavior classes, possible special diets. Who will be the person responsible for daily care? Do you have the room for a big breed [...]

Ahhh, those big eyes, cute cocked ears, wagging tails and soft whimper, all pleading for just a nibble or crumb....DON'T fall for it, DON'T do it! Every early December we treat several cases of upset bellies, loose stool and pancreatitis. We even occasionally surgically remove gravel and rocks from the stomach and intestines. Dogs and [...]