More and more often, pet owners are wanting the absolute best for their pets. Whether it's the best food, best toys, or best veterinary care, today’s pet owners are willing to go to greater lengths to give their dogs and cats long and healthy lives.
Many of today’s pet owners have something in common: wanting their pets to live the best and healthiest lives possible. As veterinary medicine has advanced, veterinarians and owners have gained access to more information and data that sheds light on the best ways to care for individual pets and tailor treatments and preventive c...
An Introduction to Heartworm in Cats
Heartworm disease is well known for affecting dogs, but its impact on cats raises many questions for pet owners. While the initial transmission is similar for both cats and dogs, when and how a cat progresses after exposure to a heartworm is drastically different than in dogs.
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As veterinarians, we often get asked about a common canine behavior: licking. Licking is a natural and normal behavior for dogs, allowing them to groom, investigate their surroundings, and even communicate with other people and pets. Whether it's a quick swipe of the tongue or a full-on facial bath, dogs lick for a variety of re...
Cats are true masters of disguise, fitting into the smallest spaces, concealing themselves in hard-to-find places, and even hiding their pain from their owners. It can be quite challenging to tell when your feline friend needs a bit of medical attention. This may explain why more than 90% of dog owners make sure to take their pu...
Leaving your pet at home when going on vacation or a business trip can be anxiety-inducing for any pet owner – especially if it’s for more than a day or two. However, there’s one thing that pet owners and veterinary professionals alike agree on that can help ease your worries and set your pet up for a stress-free experience: lea...
A lot happens for kittens in their first few weeks of life; from opening their eyes and learning to walk, to eating solid food and getting acquainted with their litter box, the early stages of a cat’s life are quick and full of developmental milestones.
If you have a large or deep-chested dog, you might have heard your veterinarian or even other pet owners talk about the risks of bloat. Despite the name, bloat is a serious and rapidly progressing condition that affects more than 36,000 dogs each year, and sadly, 30% of those cases are fatal.
Many people assume that cats lead exceptionally carefree lives, but the truth is they are surprisingly sensitive creatures. Stress and anxiety can affect cats more than we realize, often triggered by subtle changes in their environment or routine.
The decision to spay or neuter your cat is considered one of the most impactful decisions you can make as a pet owner. Spaying or neutering not only helps control the pet population, reducing the number of homeless animals, but it also offers numerous health and behavioral benefits for both male and female cats. From lowering th...