February 20, 2025
Vaccines are an important part of keeping our pets healthy. Puppies and dogs need vaccines to protect themselves from different diseases. Although they may get some antibodies from their mother, these antibodies wear off as your dog gets older. This is why vaccines are important. As an adult dog, you may be able to obtain…
November 25, 2024
The pancreas is a glandular organ that lies along the first portion of the small intestine. It has two main jobs: secrete enzymes that aid in digestion and produce insulin and glucagon (hormones that regulate how ingested nutrients are used). Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. When the pancreas becomes inflamed, digestive enzymes normally stored…
August 15, 2024
It’s hard to believe that it’s getting close to kids going back to school. Many of our pets have become accustomed to having extra time at home with their families so kids going back to school may affect them too. Also, our kids may leave backpacks or lunches laying around which may lead to our…
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…
Most of us know that brushing our pet’s teeth is a good idea. Most of us also have no idea how to do that! Here are a few tips to get you started. Be sure check out the video at the end of this blog of Dr Miller teaching her puppy about toothbrushing.