June 13, 2022
Call it cheatgrass, foxtails, or that grass seed stuck in my dog’s ear….it’s the time of year when it’s everywhere in Central Oregon. Cheatgrass can be seen on the side of a trail, at the dog park, or even in your yard. It starts off as a green looking grass with what appears to be…
May 19, 2022
Reviewed by Dr. Lauren Stayer, DVM on September 3, 2026 Many pets struggle with being overweight, and for some, there are significant health side effects that come with it. When the issue isn’t acknowledged and addressed early on, it can become progressively harder for a pet to lose the extra weight. Health Risks of Excess…
May 18, 2022
Some pets are nervous at the vet while others are confident and happy. Everyone wants their pet to be relaxed and happy, but how do we get there with a nervous pet? There are many steps we take at Pawtown Veterinary Care to try to make your pet’s visit more fun and less scary. We…
May 4, 2022
Constant scratching, paw chewing, and head shaking can leave you wondering whether allergies are behind your pet’s misery, and very often they are. Allergies are one of the most common causes of itchy skin in dogs and cats, but fleas, food sensitivities, and skin infections can look almost identical, so a closer look is the…
March 21, 2022
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Lauren Stayer, DVM on August 12, 2026 Parasites are a year-round concern for dogs and cats in Central Oregon, even though most owners only start thinking about them once the weather warms up. As spring and summer bring pets outdoors more often, exposure to parasites on the skin, such as ticks,…