Age is not a Disease
Pets age much faster than people do and as your old friend ages changes will occur. But it is important to remember that age is not a disease in itself, and it is not a reason to manage treatable conditions. …
Vet Education
Thanksgiving Safety Tips
Oh, the festivities of Thanksgiving and oh, the trouble our pets can find within this celebration. In the spirit of attempting to prevent a Thanksgiving Day disaster in your home, here are some common exposures that we get called about …
Cognitive Dysfunction in Senior Pets
What is Cognitive Dysfunction? Cognitive functions include the mental processes of perception, awareness, learning, and memory, which allow an individual to acquire information about the environment and decide how to act. Cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) is a neurobehavioral disorder affecting …
Arthritis in Senior Pets
Arthritis is a progressive inflammatory and degenerative disease of the joints. It can occur in any joint, including the spine and jaw. Signs of arthritis include painful or stiff joint movement, difficulty getting up and down, joint swelling and a grating …
Proactive Senior Pet Care
One of the most important ways you can keep your senior cat or dog healthy is by being proactive. The following 5 proactive tips will help keep your senior pet as healthy as possible, whether that’s early detection and treatment …
Veterans Day (11th) – Military Service Dogs
On Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who have served in our armed forces. Let us also take a moment to consider the military working dogs who have served beside them—and the service dogs who have become part …
Living with a Senior Dog
Whether your dog is approaching his senior years or you’re bringing a senior dog into your home for the first time, senior dogs require planning and preparation to keep them healthy, happy, and safe. A senior dog is one who is considered …
National Cat Day
National Cat Day on October 29th is the purrfect day to give extra attention to your feline friends. Cats make excellent companions. They rarely miss you, but when they do, you sure know it. Awareness days such as this one …