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 [...]