July 11, 2024
We all hope it will never happen to us. But the reality is natural disasters, such as fires, floods or storms can come up very quickly leaving us little time to get ourselves and our pets to safety. It helps to have plan for an emergency evacuation and to prepare a “Go Bag” for your…
June 15, 2024
Summer can be a great time of year in Central Oregon. We may be outdoors more often, including our pets. Whether this means basking in the sun on the porch or going out for some hikes, there are a few things to consider for your pets to keep them healthy and safe during the warm…
April 23, 2024
Something we commonly see in the clinic are ear infections. Dogs are more commonly affected than cats but both can get infections. When we see ear infections in our pets it is typically an outer ear infection. This means that it affects the ear canal but does not extend past the eardrum or affect the…
March 31, 2024
Did you know that there are a lot of intestinal parasites that thrive in Central Oregon? Both dogs and cats are at risk year round. Exposure is more likely in the spring, summer and fall simply because pets are more likely to spend time outdoors during those months. Can you guess the most common parasites…
February 15, 2024
Did you know that 85% of pets have periodontal disease by the time they are 3 years old? How does this happen?When our pets eat, saliva, bacteria and food particles cover the teeth. These can develop into plaque. When the plaque is not brushed/cleaned away, it turns into a hard substance called tartar (or calculus)….