Pet Care Tips

Often in my veterinary clinic, I am asked the question by caring pet parents who notice that their animal companions are just not acting right— Is my pet suffering from depression? In my professional opinion as a holistic veterinarian, I do believe that dogs and cats get depressed. Having said that, it is important to...

It’s an exciting time for pets. Concerned and empowered animal guardians are seeking out a variety of healthy options to help their beloved animal companions. No longer do pet parents feel “stuck” with one or two pharmaceutical options, but instead, they are actively seeking out and researching a variety of therapies. Pet parents and veterinarians...

It’s the time of year for love, laughter, and surprises and we bet a few of these holiday pet facts might just surprise you! Approximately 65% of US households own a pet. Of those, it is estimated that 37-47% have a dog, and 30-37% have a cat -that’s approximately 70-80 million dogs and 74-96 million...

Nearly 80% of the US will see temperatures dip to below freezing, and wind-chill temperatures could reach 35 below zero in some states during the next few days. It’s vital that pet parents spread the word on how to care for pets during this severe weather. With cats, including outdoor cats, bring them inside and do not...

This Veterans Day, we take time to honor our military veterans. We owe so much to these brave men and women, who on many occasions endure more than most of us could ever imagine. Some of these heroes also have four legs. Here are 2 unbelievable stories about animals showing bravery and dedicating their lives...

Halloween isn’t just for people; pets can have their share of fun too. Some pets might be real tricksters, while others might not, but we do know one thing for sure: all pets are good at the treat part! Here is a list of our top 10 ideas to help your pet get in on...

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone (two-legged, four-legged, and feathered) who is affected by the Hurricane. Here are some tips to keep pets safe during hurricane season. Have a pet emergency kit ready to go Before any storm, create a pet emergency kit. The kit should include: Enough water and non-perishable food (preferably canned food as...

Perhaps you, like so many of the other pet parents we speak to, are dealing with a sick cat, dog, or other pet. It’s a stressful situation for both of you. Given all the emotional anxiety that comes with a sick pet, we wanted to focus on WHY it’s so important that pet parents recognize...

We talk a lot about pet health and wellness, because hey – it’s important. We also know that another part of the quality of life for your pet is having fun and getting spoiled. We treat ourselves on a regular basis, whether it is a food reward for meeting a weight loss goal or a...

Thinking about getting a playmate for your dog? This sounds easy in theory, but some dogs just do not share the same excitement and can be very jealous of a new arrival, creating competition and fights. We think that there is nothing better than two animals being best friends, which is why we have provided...