Made in the shade
As the weather gets warmer, we remind everyone to never leave pets (and kids!) in your car, as vehicles heat up quickly. Beyond that core...
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May 31, 20231 min read
Before your pup goes to doggie daycare…
Just like our human children, our family dogs benefit from socialization and playtime with peers. Doggie daycare is a great option for...
May 31, 20231 min read
Get outdoors with your canine friend
Enjoy the best of the Pacific Northwest this season by taking your trail buddy with you on outdoor adventures. To keep them safe: Choose...
Mar 21, 20231 min read
Yeasty beasties
Sourdough bread, yes please. Beer, yup. Funky dog ears…my favorite! Well, I don’t love dogs having uncomfortable ear infections, but I do...
Mar 21, 20232 min read
Hot spots
When we see those red, oozing, painful, bald, itchy lesions on our dog’s skin, we know something isn’t right. But what can we do about...
Mar 21, 20232 min read
Spring clean your pet items
Keep your pet safe and healthy by cleaning their bowls, toys, accessories and other supplies. Get rid of old, expired medications. After...
Feb 13, 20231 min read
Winter exercise for your pets
When it’s cold, wet and gray, who wants to go outside and exercise? Your dog! When the weather isn’t exactly cooperative for outside...
Feb 10, 20232 min read
Healthy weight for pets
One thing is clear: dogs and cats who maintain a healthy weight live longer, healthier lives. There are significant health concerns...
Feb 10, 20231 min read
When to spay or neuter
Recent research has changed some of the recommendations we make in when to spay and neuter dogs and cats. For feline patients, we...
Nov 22, 20221 min read
Oh the joy of dogs
So gross, yet so wonderful The age-old question of why do dogs scoot has plagued many brilliant scholars. However, through years of...
Nov 22, 20221 min read
Pets as gifts? Think twice
For many of us, life with a four-legged creature is a wonderful, enriching experience that we want others to have, too. But think twice...
Nov 22, 20222 min read
What to do if your dog gets skunked
Getting sprayed by a skunk sometimes happens to curious canines who stick their noses where they don’t belong. The up-close and personal...
Oct 1, 20221 min read
Preventing lost pets…and broken hearts
Indoor cats slip out an open door, dogs wriggle out of their collars…becoming lost is one of the biggest risks for our beloved pets....
Oct 1, 20222 min read
Your pet ate what ?!
Pacifiers, superballs, tinsel…We’ve surgically removed a wild variety of ingested items from pets. When an animal ingests something other...
Sep 26, 20221 min read
Doggie day care
Fun to frolic, but keep safety in mind Just like our human children, our family dogs benefit from socialization and play- time with...
Aug 9, 20221 min read
Changes to routines can cause stress for pets
Back-to-school time can bring changes to a home’s schedule, in terms of meals, exercise routines and more. Pets are creatures of habit,...
Aug 9, 20222 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...
Jun 15, 20221 min read
When summer fun is stressful for pets
Summer events like BBQs and the Fourth of July can be stressful for pets, especially dogs. Before an event starts, take a long walk with...
Jun 14, 20221 min read
Get outdoors with your canine friend
Enjoy the best of the Pacific Northwest this season, by taking your trail buddy with you on outdoor adventures. To keep them safe: Choose...
Apr 1, 20221 min read
Dental disease can be under the surface
Many pet owners think their pet’s teeth look clean enough, but there’s usually more to the story. A veterinarian provides a thorough...
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