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It's that time of year again: back to school! For kids, that means new teachers, new classes, and making new friends. For pets, it can mean a lot of changes too. Here are three tips to help your pet transition smoothly into the back-to-school season. #1: Set up your...

If you're like many pet owners, you may be hesitant to have your pet undergo anesthesia for any reason. You may worry that your pet will be in pain or that something will go wrong. However, modern anesthesiology is a safe and effective way to keep your pet comfortable...

How to Spot Heatstroke in Your Pet As summer reaches its height, your furry pal may grow more accustomed to the high temperatures and humidity levels associated with the season, but they still can succumb to heatstroke. Abrupt temperature increases can cause a sudden...

4 Reasons Why Your Senior Pet Needs Early Detection Screening Tests It’s no secret that our pets do not live long enough. Along with a shorter lifespan—in relation to their human family members—come rapid health changes, particularly in their later years. Although...

The Dangers of Sunlight: Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats Picture this: Your white cat is snoozing away in their favorite windowsill, soaking up the warmth from the late afternoon sun. Such an idyllic scene warms your heart, but too much sun exposure can be dangerous...

Don’t Fear (the Fireworks): How to Help Your Pet Cope with Noise Aversion Many pets are scared of loud noises, whether they’re caused by the vacuum cleaner, construction, or fireworks. Although you may not be able to avoid all of these sounds completely, you can help...

What to Do With My Pet This Summer   As your summer vacation draws near, you may be wondering what to do with your pet. Should you take them with you? Are they better off at a boarding facility? Should you investigate pet sitters in your area? With so many...

3 Ways to Help Your New Shelter Cat Feel at Home   While welcoming a new cat into your home and family is an excellent idea any time of year, the month of June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month. However, keep in mind that your new feline friend may be unsure and...

Pet Cancer Awareness Month   While there have been incredible advancements in veterinary medicine, veterinary professionals are seeing more cancer in pets than ever before. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) estimates that about one in four dogs...

Spring Skin Allergies in Pets   As warmer weather approaches, pollen starts flying around the air. Pollen can cause a wide variety of signs in suffering pets as both pets and people can get irritated by this yellow substance. Learn what causes spring skin...