Most of us are so grateful for our pets; a week set aside to appreciate them hardly seems like enough. However, this holiday week was created in 1981 by the American Veterinary Medical Association to start an awareness campaign that honors the …
Humans are often plagued by allergies, especially this time of year. They can even be allergic to cats and dogs. It seems to surprise us, though, that pets can have allergy and asthma problems of their own. It might be …
Pet owners should appreciate how easy it is to control fleas now, compared to how it used to be. Pet owners used to have to spray their pets with topical chemicals every day, dip them in diluted insecticides every week, …
Unfortunately, fleas exist almost everywhere. It’s not surprising that you and your dog might run into fleas at dog parks or on the trail. But your dog can easily pick up a flea while taking a “break” in your backyard …
It is now officially spring and that time of year when we come out of hibernation, open our doors and windows and spend more and more time outside with friends, family and our pets. As a responsible pet owner, you …
National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is observed each year on April 30. This day was created as a way to raise awareness for thousands of pets that are waiting for (and needing) adoption from the shelters. Animal shelters require year-round assistance. Adoption …
Just like in people, a heart healthy lifestyle can help keep that loving heart pumping for a long, healthy life. Here are some tips: Feed a Balanced Diet Feeding your pet a balanced diet to maintain a healthy weight is …
The Veterinary Orthopedic Society (VOS) held its 46th Annual Conference from February 9th – 16th in Breckenridge, Colorado. As President, our own Dr. Jeff Godwin presided over the meeting. The VOS is an international Society of over 600 veterinarians who …