"Of all possessions, a friend is the most precious."

- Heradotus

Latest News: Illness & Disease

What to Do If Your Dog Swallows a Corn Cob

Cooler weather is a great excuse to cook outdoors. Whether you’re planning to throw some veggies on the grill or roast wieners over a campfire, pet parents can expect some longing looks from...

Posted: September 30, 2024

    Do I Need to Express My Dog’s Anal Glands

    If you know, you know (and if you don’t, you’re probably horrified). For some dog parents, the dreaded butt scoot is an unmissable sign that their dog's anal glands have become...

    Posted: August 15, 2024

      Does My Cat Have a UTI?

      If you’ve ever experienced a urinary tract infection (UTI), you’re all too familiar with the discomfort, burning, and urgency they can cause. While UTI-prone humans are usually able to...

      Posted: May 31, 2024

        Why Do Dogs Eat Cat Poop?

        It’s a battle familiar to many people who share their home with both cats and dogs. Despite being generally well-mannered (and certainly well-fed), many dogs can’t resist the urge to...

        Posted: May 15, 2024

          Dog Losing Hair in Patches? Here’s Why

          Finding a bald patch on your canine companion can be alarming, let alone several bald patches. Shedding is a normal part of life with a dog, but sudden, unusual hair loss is not. Patchy hair loss...

          Posted: April 30, 2024

            Do Indoor Cats Need Flea Prevention?

            Even the cleanest, most well-maintained home isn’t immune to fleas. Adult female fleas can lay up to 50 nearly microscopic eggs per day, leaving most people unaware that their space has been...

            Posted: March 15, 2024

              Prophylactic Gastropexy: What You Need to Know

              For humans, bloating is uncomfortable and inconvenient. For dogs, bloat is a life-threatening emergency. When a dog’s stomach fills with food, liquid, or gas, it rotates as it expands. For...

              Posted: February 29, 2024

              Preventing Periodontal Disease in Dogs

              If you’re no stranger to dog kisses, you’ve probably had at least a passing thought about the cleanliness of your pet’s mouth. An average dog’s mouth is home to about 600...

              Posted: October 31, 2023