đźš™ Before you hit the road, be sure to read Dr. Goodman's blog: "Summer Travel with Pets: Planning for a Safe and Stress-Free Adventure"
Important Update: We’ve recently switched to a new online store, vRxPro! Our previous website will remain active for a short period during this transition.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make this change.
Caring for outdoor and feral cats during the winter months can make a world of difference in their lives. Many of these cats, whether lost, abandoned, or part of a feral cat colony, have learned to survive on their own. But when temperatures drop, even the most resourceful outdoor cats need extra help to stay safe and warm. Prov...
Read Pet Story
With Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day approaching on August 28, we thought we'd touch on a subject that surely isn't one that any of us like to think about - pet euthanasia. Anyone who has ever owned a pet knows that they become not only part of our families but also part of our hearts, so losing a cat or dog can be absolutely dev...
Read Pet Story
How much do we love thee, puppies? Oh, let us count the ways. Puppy breath, silky fur, endless kisses, oh my! The one thing that every puppy owner dreads, however, is accidents. And those of us in the veterinary community will tell you, the only certainties in life are death, taxes, and puppy accidents. It comes with the territo...
Read Pet Story
Hearing that your dog or cat has a heart murmur can be concerning, especially if you are not sure what it means or what comes next. Many pet owners leave their veterinary visits without a clear understanding of what they were told, or a discussion about how serious their pet's condition is and whether they need additional care.
Read Pet Story
Ear mites are a common cause of ear irritation in cats, especially in kittens and cats that have been in close contact with other animals. While the idea of tiny parasites living in the ear canal sounds unsettling, this is a frequently diagnosed but treatable problem when it is recognized early.
Read Pet Story
According to the Pet Poison Helpline, Halloween week is their busiest. Calls jump by 12%, and hundreds of panicked pet parents call in looking for advice after their dog or cat got into something they shouldn't have. Cellophane wrappers, lollipop sticks, plastic spider rings, candy, and all the assorted trappings of Halloween ca...
Read Pet Story
Rabies. The word conjures an image of an angry animal frothing at the mouth and running wild, ready to sink its teeth into anything that moves. While that’s unpleasant to consider, what’s worse is that such a bite is often fatal. World Rabies Day, observed every year on September 28, serves as an important reminder that preven...
Read Pet Story
So your pet needs surgery? We know it’s stressful to think of your dog or cat undergoing surgery, but know your veterinarian wouldn’t recommend it if they didn’t think it was necessary.
Read Pet Story
There’s no “typical procedure” for caring for your pets after surgery. Some will need to stay overnight in the hospital for monitoring, while others can be discharged within the same day of their surgery.
Read Pet Story
If your dog or cat had an accident, would you know how to stabilize them before transporting them to the vet or to an emergency veterinary care center?
Read Pet Story