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.
August 18, 2023
It can be difficult to decide if your cat should stay indoors only or be allowed to go outside. There are pros and cons of both positions. Keeping your cat indoors is saferCats that go outside are at risk of getting exposed to disease and parasites carried by other cats. They can get in fights…
June 1, 2023
Are there any ticks in Central Oregon?We get asked this question a lot. And the answer is YES!There are 20 species of ticks in Oregon. Ticks are most active in spring and early summer (April – July). They seek a host by climbing out to the end of a branch or piece of grass and…
January 11, 2023
Most of our cats have a different lifestyle than our dogs do. Many cats don’t go outdoors, don’t travel and rarely leave their house. Do they still need vaccines? The answer is yes – and we’ll tell you why. A cat’s immune system Cats are born without any immunity to the diseases of world. This…