Dental Disease in Small Dogs
Do Small Dogs Have Worse Teeth Than Large Dogs? Size does matter when it comes to dental disease in dogs. Small and large dogs differ in the type of dental disease they can encounter. Small breed dogs, such as Poodles, …
Vet Education
Train and Walk Your Pet Month
January is National Train Your Pet Month and National Walk Your Pet Month. Together, it is a perfect time for you and the dogs in your life to get the great health benefits it provides as well as a great …
Spay and Neutering Your Puppy or Kitten
There are medical and behavioral benefits to spaying (female pets) and neutering (male pets) your animals. Here are some of the medical benefits: Your female pet will live a longer, healthier life. Spaying helps prevent uterine infections and breast tumors, which …
Puppy and Kitten Parasite Prevention
Have you ever wondered why your veterinarian wants to check a sample of your pet’s poop? Well, a big reason is to look for evidence of parasites that could be living in your pet’s intestinal tract. Many intestinal parasites pose risks to your pet’s …
Early Socializing Puppies
Socialization is important to the overall well-being of your dog because it will provide him with the ability to develop skills to cope with new experiences in a positive way, therefore reducing your dog’s stress. What is Socialization? Socialization is …
Shopping or Adopting a New Puppy or Kitten
If you are shopping for a new pet, consider adopting one from a shelter or rescue group first. Animal shelters are filled with loving, healthy, wonderful dogs and cats of all sizes, breeds and ages and one of those pets may be …
Puppy and Kitten Care Visits
It is certainly true that all the love you put in, puppies and kittens will give you back ten-fold. However, owning a pet can be hard work and it is a big commitment that should be carefully considered. Our puppy …
National Bird Day
On January 5, 2008, the United States first celebrated National Bird Day. National Bird Day celebrates “the beauty, song, and flight of birds,” as well as their role as indicators of ecosystem health. Here are a few ways you can celebrate National Bird Day: …