Your cat may seem like it’s in purr-fect health, but did you know that cats are experts at hiding pain, discomfort, and other health problems? Thankfully, regular cat wellness exams present a perfect opportunity for veterinarians to review your cat’s overall health condition and catch any sneaky issues early on.
If your dog won’t stop licking their paws or their feet seem red and irritated after time outside, you’re not alone. Grass allergies are one of the most common allergy challenges pet parents face and cases are on the rise. In fact, over the past 10 years, there has been a 30.7% increase in environmental allergy cases in dogs, ac...
For most cat owners, the temperatures outside aren’t often a cause for concern – after all, most cats spend all of their time inside and are rarely exposed to the elements. But for those owners who have cats that like to spend some time outdoors or take care of strays that live fully outside, the heat in the spring and summer mo...
Chiropractic care is often associated with pain relief and mobility issues, but its benefits extend far beyond that, especially for cats. While many feline patients may not show obvious symptoms like limping or stiffness, chiropractic adjustments can improve overall wellness through the regulation of neurologic function and orga...
The Fourth of July is a holiday filled with backyard BBQ feasts accented by a colorful array of firework explosions enjoyed by many. However, dogs with noise aversion to fireworks and thunderstorms ruin this American pastime. Waking up at 2 a.m. to an 80-lb dog on your chest, hyperventilating from a loud noise, is undesirable to...
It’s an unavoidable fact of pet ownership that at some point in time, your dog is going to eat something they shouldn’t. Whether it's a grape that fell off the counter, a toxic plant on the table, or some questionable item they scooped off the sidewalk before you could react, there will come a moment when you're searching online...
While a dog having a run-in with a porcupine and coming home covered in quills may sound like a rare occurrence that the average owner doesn’t need to worry about, it’s unfortunately an accident that we see frequently at the clinic.
Whether we as owners like it or not, thunderstorms can truly be terrifying for dogs. The loud echoes of thunder, sporadic flashes of lightning, and variable shifts in barometric pressure can be enough to send any anxious dog into a state of panic.
When people think of chiropractic care for dogs, it’s natural to assume it’s just about easing an older dog’s back pain and helping with mobility issues. The fact is, Chiropractic goes way beyond pain relief and mobility issues. It is actually a very powerful, whole-body modality that impacts all body systems and supports overal...
If your dog has ever had a sudden bout of diarrhea after a trip to the park or a swim in your local lake, Giardia may be something your veterinarian brings up during your vet visit. Despite being tiny and invisible to the naked eye, this protozoan parasite is actually one of the most common causes of intestinal upset in dogs.