The Holiday Season is upon us! While things may look different for many families this year because of coronavirus restrictions on travel and gatherings, you may still be planning a turkey dinner with all the fixings. Mmmmm! Here are a few thoughts on how to keep your dog safe during the holidays.

Some foods to avoid include:

Should you quarantine the dog? Disinfect the cat? When a Pomeranian in Hong Kong tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 last week, pets soon became part of the coronavirus conversation. The case raised the possibility that pets could become part of the transmission chain for coronavirus, however, many questions remain about this possibility and how best to respond.

As we make New Year’s Resolutions for ourselves, why not include our four-legged family? Here are our Top 5 Resolutions for Pets- let’s make 2020 a great year!

5.  Protect Against Parasites

Understanding Diabetes

To better understand what happens with diabetes mellitus, let’s start with reviewing the body's normal sugar metabolism:

Recognizing when a cat is in pain can be difficult- cats are VERY good at masking pain! There are typically subtle signs that you can watch for, though-- we hope this list helps!

How Do I Know If My Cat Is in Pain?

Pet Allergies 

Your pets can suffer from allergies just like you can! Allergies can be frustrating to pet owners- persistent scratching/chewing/licking can lead to skin infections, open sores, and discomfort for your pet. It's important to learn what is causing your pet’s discomfort by getting them the help they need from your veterinarian. 

Types of Allergies: 

Environmental allergy: 

In a dark room, surrounded by the sounds of a calming symphony, a cat receives her sixth treatment of electroacupuncture. 

Atlas is a 4 year old male kitty, and he is FeLV (Feline Leukemia) positive. So what does that mean for him?

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) - What Is It?