Use these tips to create a plan for your pets before disaster strikes.   As we’ve all experienced, disaster can happen out of nowhere and have an impact on not only our lives, but our pets as well. These situations are almost impossible to predict, but you can prepare for the unexpected by staying informed […]

Your dog’s annual exam is a very important one. It’s where our doctors will want to check for anything likely to cause your pet problems in the future, so don’t be alarmed when we ask you to bring along a stool sample! It’s not because the practice is starting a collection; it’s because a poop […]

MYTH #1: My pet’s nose is dry and/or warm, which means he is sick. The temperature, dryness or moistness of a dog/cat’s nose is not a reliable indicator of their health, nor does it indicate an illness. A dog/cat’s nose can change from dry to wet and back to dry several times a day; changes […]

Allergies.  Something many of us battle this time of year.  But did you know that your pets can have allergies too? While some pets can experience runny noses and eyes as a result of allergies, most present with itchy skin and/or ear infections.  We all know how frustrating it is to be itchy and not able to alleviate […]

Got a new feline addition to your home? Or an adult cat you need to help lose some weight?? Let’s start playing and earning the food and treats. There are lots of new toys on the market, the trick is finding the kind of “prey” your cat likes best. Some cats prefer mice or birds […]

West Virginia native Brad Paisley made the phrase, “I’d like to check you for ticks” popular in a song… it’s meant to be funny, but did you know that checking your dogs and cats for ticks is actually really important? There are three parts to decreasing the risk of tick borne diseases to your pet: […]