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…
December 7, 2023
Recently, there have been many news reports of a mystery respiratory dog illness in the United States. Although Oregon has been recognized as having a high incidence of this disease, Central Oregon is not currently experiencing an outbreak. Here is what we do know about the new/atypical respiratory disease What are the symptoms of the…
June 15, 2023
Have you ever thought about getting pet insurance? Most of us have thought about pet insurance at some point. Whether it’s because your pet is sick and needs treatment or if it’s because you’re getting a new pet. Even as veterinarians, there are some procedures that we cannot perform and having pet insurance can help…
April 13, 2023
My family and I recently got a puppy. I knew that crate training would be important for many reasons, but I also knew it would require patience and effort. The first night we put her in the crate for bedtime she howled. That only lasted about 20 minutes so I figured that wasn’t so bad….
February 23, 2023
Leptospirosis is a dangerous bacteria that your dog could pick up by coming in contact with contaminated water or soil. If your dog is affected by leptospirosis, it can develop life-threatening liver and kidney damage. The bacteria is also zoonotic (meaning people can pick it up from dogs). Luckily, there is a vaccine that can…