Is Pet Insurance Worth it?
As a veterinarian, the big question that always comes up in appointments is should someone purchase pet insurance. My answer is always, yes. Pet Insurance while may be something you never use,...
Heartworm Disease in Pets
What is Heartworm Disease?
Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal blood parasite that restricts blood flow and can damage the heart and lungs.
How is Heartworm Disease transmitted?
Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes year round....
Third Cat Infected with Plague in Wyoming
Another cat in Wyoming has been infected with the plague. The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) confirmed this is the third cat to be diagnosed with the disease in the state in six months.
The...
Financial Help for Veterinary Care Costs
Pets bring so much to our lives, but owning a pet comes with responsibilities. Among those responsibilities is the commitment to provide health care for your pet, and health care comes at a cost. In...
Cat sets off house alarm
Cat knocked a picture frame off a table and set off the **SOUND-ACTIVATED** glass break alarm. The owner comes running to disable the alarm and turns around to look at the cat....
Familiarize yourself with some signs of animal cruelty
Because animals cannot speak for themselves, it's up to US to speak for them and report animal abuse that is witnessed or suspected. While most people treat their pets well, if not like family,...
Kitten Rescued trapped from a Pipe
They heard a cat meowing and discovered the poor kitten trapped in a pipe that it couldn't climb out of. They lowered a rope down and amazingly the kitten climbed it's way...
Study : Petting Dogs and Cats can lower your stress level
A new Washington State University study has found that interacting with animals can decrease stress in humans.
“Just 10 minutes can have a significant impact,” said Patricia Pendry, an associate professor in WSU’s Department of...
11 tips for choosing the right Veterinarian
Picking the right veterinarian is a very important decision. When you bring a dog or cat into your life, you are responsible from that day forward for their health, nutrition, care and...
5 Pet Dangers You May Not Know About
As devoted pet owners, we want what’s best for our animals. Taking the necessary steps to ensure their safety is one of the most important things we can do. Every year thousands...
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