January is National Train Your Dog Month. Based on what I have seen out in the world, as well as inside our veterinary hospital, there is no general standard for what a "trained dog" looks like. People have different expectations for how dogs should "behave" and what...

Modern society has become so integrated with the digital world that is can often be difficult to function when things go “wrong.”  Power outages and internet failures can lead to a disruption of businesses and can make simple acts like paying a bill much more...

This month is pet obesity awareness, which is an extremely important topic!! Most people don't know that their pet is overweight or the complications that it can cause in the long run. This is such a hard topic to discuss because we all know how much enjoyment we get...

Antimicrobial Stewardship: Safeguarding Antimicrobial Drug UseBy: Darren Houser CVT   When we think of “Antimicrobials”, to the general public this could mean “antibiotics”. While it is true that antibiotics are antimicrobials, not all antimicrobials are...

April is many things; Heartworm Awareness month, Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and most obvious to us, the beginning of spring. As it gets warmer and the snow melts, we begin to get out more with our pets. With the longer days and nicer temperatures, we begin seeing...

March is Pet Poison Prevention Month, and it is the time to think about how to keep your pet safe from toxic substances. One topic that has gotten more attention in recent years, yet still seems like an unknown, is Marijuana. What is the deal with pets and marijuana?...

It boils down to three main things:1. Oral hygiene is as important for your pet as it is for you.That means that your dog or cat is at risk of developing periodontal disease if they don’t have consistent oral hygiene at home. And to clarify before we move on,...

Keep reading to learn about how you can help your dog become a cool, calm, & confident canine in any situation. Training your dog may seem like a time-consuming, daunting, or sometimes even unnecessary task, however, it is a crucial component to your dog’s ability to...

Holiday Hazards By Dr. Caroline Frank As we approach the time of the year to deck the halls and spread yule tide cheer, our 4-legged friends must be watched with a close eye as to not end up on the Veterinarian’s naughty list. Not only do we need to worry about the...

Cancer in pets has become more common, and this month we are going to discuss what cancer is, signs of cancer, diagnosis, and some treatment options should you be faced with a cancer diagnosis in your pet. Neoplasia is defined as the uncontrolled or abnormal growth of...