Heartworm
Many pet owners believe the likelihood of heartworm disease affecting their pet is slim to none. This is a common misconception! Let’s begin with how this parasite infests both dogs,…
What Makes Ozzie Tick
I’m Ozzie. I like to stroll in lazily from outside, beckoning Cheryl with a long croak to fill my food bowl before I arrive at her station. I hop up…
Why We Ask for Your Pet’s Stool
“Please remember to bring us a stool sample!” A lot of clients chuckle to themselves when the receptionist says that. Why are we so eager for you to bring us a…
Diabetes In Pets
November is National Pet Diabetes Month. Are your pets at risk? The likelihood of your cat or dog developing diabetes is anywhere between 1 in 100 and 1 in 500…
Hot Spots
A “hot spot” (also known as pyotraumatic or moist dermatitis) is a skin condition that occurs when an animal constantly bites, licks, or scratches an area of itchy skin. The…
Pet Obesity
Did you know that obesity is not just an epidemic in humans but also in pets? According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), over 57% of dogs and…