When a pet gets cancer
When you learn your family pet has cancer, it can be shattering news. But take heart: veterinary care has come a long way in recent...
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Oct 71 min read
Oh no, my dog ate a sock...now what?!
If you witness your dog eating a sock, you should contact your veterinarian right away. If the sock was ingested recently, your...
Aug 11 min read
When your pet needs emergency surgery
It’s Sunday evening, and suddenly your beloved cat cries out in pain while using the litter box, or your new puppy ate a superball. While...
Jun 72 min read
Helping your anxious pet through fireworks
Fireworks are bright, bold and beautiful, but for some of our four-legged friends, they can be very scary. Below are some tips to ease...
Jun 61 min read
Bombs bursting in air
Who doesn’t love a beautiful display of fireworks to top off a great night with friends? Your anxious dog, that’s who! While some dogs...
Jun 62 min read
Helping your anxious pet through fireworks
Fireworks are bright, bold and beautiful, but for some of our four-legged friends, they can be very scary. Below are some tips to ease...
Mar 251 min read
It’s allergy season — and not just for humans
Our beloved furry companions can also suffer from allergies, stemming from food, environmental causes and fleas. Allergies in pets often...
Mar 251 min read
It’s allergy season — and not just for humans
Our beloved furry companions can also suffer from allergies, stemming from food, environmental causes and fleas. Allergies in pets often...
Mar 251 min read
Cracking the code of canine allergies
Is your furry friend plagued by relentless itchiness? From toe-licking marathons to smelly ears, dealing with pet allergies can be...
Feb 91 min read
Outdoors in winter
If you’re headed outside with your dog in cold weather, consider their comfort. Heavy-coated breeds like Newfoundlands or Siberian...
Feb 91 min read
Outdoors in winter
If you’re headed outside with your dog in cold weather, consider their comfort. Heavy-coated breeds like Newfoundlands or Siberian...
Feb 91 min read
Your pet needs dental care
I’m often asked how to best care for a pet’s teeth (and improve their breath). If you brush your pet’s teeth every day, you will vastly...
Dec 5, 20231 min read
Pet safety during the holidays
During the winter holidays, there are increased temptations and risks for our pets. It’s also a busy time for many moms, so the last...
Dec 5, 20232 min read
How long can I leave my pet at home alone?
There’s a wide range of feelings and viewpoints about how long pets can stay home alone. Cats are usually fine home alone. Frankly, they...
Dec 4, 20231 min read
Pet safety during the holidays
During the winter holidays, there are increased temptations and risks for our pets. It’s also a busy time for many moms, so the last...
Oct 9, 20231 min read
Genetic screening for your pets
As our pets live longer, we see more cancer diagnoses. The good news is that we’ve made incredible advances in early diagnosis through...
Oct 9, 20231 min read
Pumpkin spice and everything nice
While we sip pumpkin spice lattes and bundle up in cozy sweaters, our pups can enjoy these healthy home-baked biscuits. Peanut butter...
Aug 4, 20232 min read
Your cat’s lifestyle: in or out
Being a cat owner includes looking out for the behavioral and social needs of one’s feline friend. For some, this means their cat will...
Aug 4, 20232 min read
Multi-kitty mealtime dilemma
If you have more than one cat in your household, you might notice that one likes to eat more, while the other eats less. This can be a...
Aug 3, 20231 min read
The darker side of cute
Everybody loves seeing an animal do something cute or even a little strange. A dog sliding down the stairs on his belly or one that one...
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