August 10, 2022
Inappropriate urination is a common reason we see our cat patients at the vet. Sometimes this means urinating on things around the house that they shouldn’t (carpet, couch, clothes, etc) and other times it means frequent trips to the litter box, but only producing small amounts of urine. There are many reasons for inappropriate urination…
July 27, 2022
A dog came into our clinic bleeding from her mouth. The only earlier signs were bad breath and dirty-looking teeth. What we found underneath is a reminder of how much damage dental disease can do out of sight. At Pawtown Veterinary Care, we share cases like this one, with details kept general, so more families…
July 24, 2022
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Erin Miller, DVM on August 12, 2026 Roughly 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats show signs of gum disease by age three. Left unaddressed, that early gum inflammation progresses into periodontal disease that damages the jawbone and lets bacteria travel from the mouth into the bloodstream, where it…
July 19, 2022
It is summer in Central Oregon and we all want to enjoy the water with our dogs. But there is something you should know before you let them swim or drink. Some types of Algae are toxic to dogs. Cyanobacteria (a type of Algae) produces a toxin that can affect dogs, people and livestock that…
June 23, 2022
The first boom of fireworks or crack of thunder can send a dog bolting under the bed or a cat into the back of the closet. The best way to help is to plan ahead by setting up a safe space, softening the sound, and asking your veterinarian about training and medication before the next…