Many pets enjoy riding in cars with their owners. No matter how enjoyable it is for your furry animals, they can sustain injuries if they were to get into a car accident with you.

Heat can prove just as dangerous for pets as it can for humans. Excessive heat exposure can lead to an internal temperature malfunction known as heatstroke.

While rattlesnake bites can be deadly, they can be treated if your pet receives anti-venom treatment in time. It’s important that you act quickly.

Ultrasound technology is a powerful tool that veterinarians use to obtain a detailed look at a pet’s internal structures.

Summer is in full swing, and pet owners must take precautions to ensure their furry friends stay safe and comfortable.

From parasite eggs to harmful pathogens, the dirt pets encounter on their adventures can harbor unseen threats to their health and well-being.

Rattlesnakes are a dangerous threat to pets, whose inquisitive nature and nose-to-the-ground curiosity put them at risk for bites.

Pets often hide signs of illness as self-preservation, and the most attentive pet owners can be challenged to detect that something is wrong.

Many veterinary medical treatments are derived from human medical knowledge, but not all human medications are safe or effective for pets.

Like most pet owners, you want the best life for your pet—including great health, happiness, and vitality. Did you know that their dental health plays a key role?

While still a relatively new treatment modality, laser therapy is becoming increasingly popular for various conditions in people and pets because it is noninvasive.

Whether you’re a year-round planner or a last-minute prepper, it’s paramount that your holiday plans include your pet.

Your pet seems perfectly healthy, so what is the harm in skipping their appointment? Potentially, your four-legged friend’s health and wellbeing.

Despite experiencing rewarding moments during which they improve or save a pet’s life and the satisfaction they glean from educating owners on their pet’s care, these animal health care providers face unique challenges that can significantly impact their mental health.

Supporting your cat’s mental wellbeing can be challenging if you see the world differently than your four-legged friend, but you can support their independent spirit by learning about their needs and identifying when they feel stressed.

Leaving your pet behind when you travel can be stressful, but choosing the right facility and preparing for your pet’s stay will help ease the process.

Two-thirds of dogs with noise aversion startle at specific sounds or events and a long-lasting anxiety or panic response is triggered. Summer is the worst season for many affected pets because of fireworks and thunderstorms, but this condition is treatable.

Your pet can’t tell you when something’s wrong, so it’s up to you—and our team—to determine if they need veterinary care. Although some signs can be borderline wait-and-see symptoms of a condition that may resolve on its own, others indicate the need for veterinary treatment.

Heartworm disease is a life-threatening parasitic infection that affects more than a million dogs and cats in the United States every year. Fortunately, the condition is entirely preventable, and you can take steps to keep your pet safe.

As spring arrives, many people are deep cleaning, planting gardens, and whipping up new recipes. Coinciding with these seasonal activities, is March, which is National Pet Poison Prevention Month.

Your pet’s dental health is as important as your own and, while they may not need to visit a dentist twice a year, they still need regular professional dental cleanings.

What better time than the start of a new year to focus on your furry pal’s wellness? Often, the resolutions that top a person’s list revolve around mental and physical health, and the same can hold true for your pet.

Enrichment is a term used in the animal behavior and training world that describes games and activities that will keep your pet mentally sharp and engaged in their environment.

Cancer is the leading cause of death in senior cats and dogs, but is notoriously hard to detect in pets, because signs can be nonspecific and subtle.

Your pudgy pet with their squishy rolls and slow waddle may be adorable, but the life-threatening consequences of pet obesity are anything but cute.

You and your kids may be excited to go back to school, but your pet may feel differently about their daily routine changes.

Indoor cats are at less risk for outdoor hazards such as car accidents, animal attacks, poisoning, parasites, and infectious diseases, but they still need to express their natural behaviors to stay happy and healthy.

Brachycephalic pets have increased in popularity over the past several years because people can’t resist their flat faces and crooked tails, but these breeds can experience numerous health complications.

Our pets like to keep us on our toes, and as pet owners, we need to be prepared for the unexpected.

Thunderstorms and fireworks are a common occurrence in the summertime, and are also frequent triggers for noise-averse pets. 

You’ve probably seen images of heartworms at your veterinarian’s office—the ones that look like long spaghetti pieces—but do you know how to ensure your pet doesn’t get a heartworm infection?

You’ve been told your dog or cat needs a dental—but what does that mean?

Hack. Snort. Gag. Honk. If you hear your pet making any of these noises, you may wonder about the cause, and whether the issue is serious.

When calling to schedule your pet’s appointment, you may be told we can’t see you that day, that week, or possibly that month.

Some pets love to chew, but many chew toys and treats can pose health hazards.

Holiday season is the one time of year that we really embrace change—we decorate, and we forget our budgets and our diets.

Let’s be honest—your friends and family bring enough excitement to the holidays, so your pet does not need to add to the drama.

At some point, your pet will experience a veterinary emergency, often outside normal business hours. How do you know when your pet needs to be seen immediately?

Pet vaccines are not simply a rite of passage for puppies and kittens, or a mere obligation for adult pets.

Blaming the dog is nothing new.