Itchy Dogs! Part II
May 1, 2019
Now that we know the basics about atopy, let’s talk about treatment. It is very important to think of atopy as something we manage, because this is a…
Children and Pets
November 15, 2018
Whether you live with children of any age, or have them over as guests in your home, it is important to know several things. Many interactions between children and animals…
Getting to Know: Heather K!
October 31, 2018
You may have noticed that we’ve added some staff this year, and we’d like to introduce you to each of them. In her own words, let’s get to know our…
Emerging Issue: Dog Food and Heart Health
September 29, 2018
You may have seen news reports lately regarding an increase in heart disease in dogs eating certain types of foods. This heart disease, called dilated cardiomyopathy (or DCM) has historically…
Arthritis Management
March 9, 2018
Arthritis afflicts our feline and canine patients on a daily basis. The chronic pain and discomfort it causes substantially decreases their quality of life. Fortunately there are numerous beneficial interventions…
Essential Oils – Are they a risk to our pets?
January 30, 2018
The topic of essential oils being toxic to pets has been spreading through social media recently. So is it true? Are essential oils toxic to our dogs and cats? The…
A Guide to Managing Veterinary Expenses
November 8, 2017
There are several ways to plan for the expected and unexpected costs of pet ownership. Expected veterinary expenses (yearly wellness exams, vaccinations, and food) in many cases can…
Keep Calm and Microchip your Pet!
November 23, 2016
Why Microchip? When I talk to clients about the benefits of microchipping their pets, I am sometimes met with confusion about what a chip is and is not, and what…
Health Benefits of Having Pets!
April 15, 2016
We all know that our pets bring us endless joy and comfort to our lives, but have you ever thought how your pet affects your physical…