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Rabbits are so curious and love to taste new things. In the wild, they would learn what foods are safe and which ones are not from other older rabbits. However, our pets don’t have that advantage. The...
Rabbits are naturally curious animals who love to eat throughout the day. This can create some challenges with indoor bunnies during Christmas time. Let’s discuss what you can do to protect your rabbi...
During the holidays, many of us enjoy baking to get into the spirit. Gingerbread cookies are a classic for Christmas, as well as gingerbread houses. Or maybe you’re not the baking type, and you bought...
Unfortunately, vomit happens. And while it can be scary to see your dog throw up, it’s helpful to know what might be causing the problem, and if there’s anything you can do about it without taking you...
Bloat is a generic term for distention of the abdomen. This is sometimes used interchangeably with a disease called “Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus,” but a bloated abdomen does not always indicate th...
Many pet lovers have experienced caring for a cat or dog with diarrhea. So don’t worry, you're not alone! Diarrhea is characterized by frequent passing of stools, often watery or containing mucus. Alt...
Melatonin is an over the counter supplement often used by people to help them sleep. It is used in veterinary medicine for a variety of reasons in dogs, cats, and ferrets. Keep reading to find out abo...
Fish oil contains omega 3 fatty acids which are sold as supplements in all types of forms in pet stores, veterinary hospitals, and pharmacies. If you’re curious about giving your dog a fatty acid supp...
As old age creeps up, you may notice the first signs of mobility problems in your pet such as reduced activity, stiffness, limping, and (particularly cats) struggling to jump up onto furniture. The li...
Has your dog recently been diagnosed with allergies? Atopy, or “allergic dermatitis” is one of the most commonly diagnosed causes of itching in dogs. Read on the learn about why dog’s develop atopy, h...
If your pet is itchy, you might be wondering if they have a food allergy. While true food allergies aren’t as common in pets as one might think, it’s still possible that your dog or cat’s food is cont...
If you take a daily vitamin or supplement, you might be wondering if your pet needs to take one too. Is it safe to give your pet the same vitamin that you take? Read more about the benefits, safety, a...
Does your cat start to pace anxiously when you get your keys/coat/shoes? Don’t fret, you aren’t the only one! Keep reading to learn about signs and treatments for separation anxiety in cats.
Therapy Dogs and their handlers provide special comforts to those in need. Keep reading to learn if this might be the right job for your sweet pup.
Dogs can perform many important jobs. An Emotional Support Animal (ESA) is a distinct title that is very different from other types of working dogs. Continue reading to learn what it takes to become a...
Service Dogs are trained from a very early age to perform specialized tasks for people with disabilities. This makes them quite different from other types of working dogs. Continue reading to learn mo...
It’s definitely frustrating to see that your dog is digging holes in the yard. Keep reading to learn why this may be happening and what you can do to change your dog’s unwanted behavior.
Everyone knows that dogs bark. In fact, most people don’t train their dogs not to bark because they think they’re “supposed to”. If your dog’s barking seems excessive or inappropriate, we’re here to h...
Have you ever wanted to know why most cats seem to hate water? Our vets have the answer! Keep reading for the surprising answers…
Christmas is a favorite time of year for many people. With the magic of the holidays, also comes some risks for our furry family members. Here we’ll discuss common problems you may encounter with you...
Christmas is a busy and exciting time for many people and their pets. Unfortunately, this can also mean unexpected dangers for our feline family members. Let’s discuss some common hazards you may enco...