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As your pet is crossing into their Golden Years, it does not have to mean a decline in quality of life, comfort, or that they can no longer do the things they enjoy the most. 

Christmas is such a wonderful time of year. However, it can also come with some serious and potentially lethal dangers to our pets.

Cerebellar hypoplasia occurs when the cerebellum is underdeveloped. The cerebellum is responsible for regulating and “fine-tuning” motor movements.

Dogs and cats can suffer from allergies, just like a human can! They can be allergic to a wide variety of triggers such as food, pollens, insect bites, even human dander!

Feline Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland releases excessive thyroid hormone into the bloodstream. It is often diagnosed with a blood test.

Euthanasia is a decision that many pet owners struggle with towards a pet’s end of life. Your veterinary team wants you to know that you do not have to be alone in this process. 

What is your cat’s tail trying to tell you? Your cat’s tail is incredibly expressive, and deciphering it can lead to a better understanding of your cat.

Many situations might be stressful to your pet that you may or may not recognize. Animals share many of the same anxieties that we have. 

FAD is the most common skin disease found in dogs and cats caused by an external parasite. Adult fleas are the only cause of this disease as they require blood to survive. 

There are many medications, plants, and foods found around your home that can be quite poisonous to our furry companions. These are the most common ones for each pet.

Commonly, deworming medication prevents heartworm, roundworm, and hookworm infections. But you may want to ask your veterinarian about tapeworm prevention as well.

The virus causes many of the same signs we see in dogs with parvovirus, but infection is often more serious in cats, and there is a lower chance of survival.