February 10, 2023
What is Giardia? Giardia is a protozoal intestinal parasite. Pets pick up the parasite in the environment. Giardia cysts (eggs) survive well in soil and water and thrive in cool, moist conditions. Our pets can get giardia by drinking standing water (such as puddles & small ponds), eating other animals’ stool, or licking it off…
October 30, 2022
Halloween is a fun time of year for many of us, but not all of our pets enjoy the holiday. They can get scared of costumes, lights, or the constant trick-or-treat visitors. Here are some Halloween pet tips to consider. CandyKeep candy out of the reach of your pets. Chocolate can be toxic to dogs….
October 5, 2022
Why is it important to socialize your pet? Socializing your pet allows them to get to know new people, animals and situations. It will allow them to get more comfortable with these things. Socialization will also reduce stress and anxiety for your pet. Our pets learn from their experiences, so if they have not been…
August 29, 2022
As adult animals, dogs and cats should have an annual wellness exam regardless of if they need vaccines or have any health concerns. Puppies and kittens often need more frequent exams and senior pets may benefit from having wellness exams every 4-6 months. Exams This is the time that your veterinarian will perform a thorough…
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…