It is estimated that by age 10 most cats are suffering from some degree of arthritis. Signs of arthritis in a cat are less obvious than in dogs. They may be less active and hiding more, or jumping up on furniture less often. Sometimes they will have litter box issues...
It’s important to know what risks your pets may face this summer, so you can know how to keep them safe. I discussed ways to keep your pet safe and healthy while traveling in my post ‘Tips to Keep Dogs Safe on Vacation’. But now let’s discuss what you can do all...
It’s nearly July and many people are starting to plan summer vacations. Due to safety concerns around flying and traveling this year, many people are looking for vacations closer to home. And this means many people are planning to take their dogs as well. If you...
There are a lot of reasons you may need to travel with your pet to a different country. An extended vacation or trip to visit with family, a job transfer, or a plan to retire in the country of your dreams. There is no reason having a cat or dog should be an...
For a lot of you trimming your cat’s nails may consist of dialing your vet, or a groomer, and scheduling an appointment. And that’s ok! We’ve got the training and equipment necessary to trim the nails of those feisty kitties. But this post is for...
A couple of mornings ago my old girl Bonnie woke up feeling pretty sick. She was trembling and she didn’t want to eat breakfast. I was worried she might have a bladder infection because she has had them before. I collected a sample of her urine that morning and...
I'm a mother to two girls and a small animal veterinarian with over 10 years of experience. This blog is about my experience as a veterinarian and working mom.
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