Learn How Pet Vaccines Protect Your Pet From Disease   Although you know your pet needs vaccinations yearly, you may not fully understand which ones are necessary, what they protect against, and how they work. Our team is here to answer these common questions...

Last month, we spoke about the health considerations of Brachycephalia. This month, we move away from the head to discuss Screw Tail, Vertebral Malformation and Intervertebral Disc Disease.  What is a screw tail? A screw tail is a short, kinked tail. The tail has...

Did you know that bacteria are normal residents on the surface of the skin and in the hair follicle of dogs? Usually, dogs with normal, healthy skin and immune responses are able to control this bacteria and prevent them from overgrowing and establishing infection on...

How Do Pet Microchips Work?   It's important to understand how microchips work before microchipping your pet. While they do not provide GPS tracking capabilities, they do offer a permanent means of identification. Read on to learn how a microchip can help reunite...

Learn to Prevent Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Your Cat   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...

Joints are the vital structures that day in day out hold our pets weight and get them moving. How do we keep them healthy? Inside the joint, bony ends are covered with thick, smooth cartilage. These cartilage cushions need to effortlessly glide over each other...

French Bulldogs are often described as loyal, intelligent, robust, friendly, joyful and excellent family dogs with tons of attitude. We love them for all these reasons as well as for their characteristic looks: bat ears; broad, short skulls; sturdy, stocky builds; and...

Where would we be without Labrador and Golden Retrievers being our eyes, German Shepherds saving lives, Ragdolls comforting our children and Chihuahuas biting our in-laws? Historically, we bred dogs to serve certain functions - Border Collies and Kelpies to herd and...

How To Find a Lost Pet   It's important to learn how to find your furry friend if they ever take off in a panic. Follow these four steps for the most effective ways to find a lost pet.   Step 1: Share your pet’s picture on social media  Who isn’t on social...

Preparing Your Pet For End-of-Life Care   While it can be hard to think about life without your pet, eventually a decision must be made about what to do for their end-of-life care. Knowing what options you have can help ease your mind and make the situation less...