What Happens If You Don’t Brush Your Pet’s Teeth? Without daily brushing, bacteria will grow, plaque will build up, and calculus will form. This leads to bone loss, gum inflammation, pain, and infection. Additionally, it results in bad breath, or halitosis, which is often the first sign pet owners notice indicating the need for dental [...]

There are many benefits to mobile veterinary appointments. You and your pet are more comfortable in your home setting, and your pet is less likely to mask symptoms due to fear, anxiety, and stress that can impact them at an in-person clinic. To make your in-home visit as successful as possible, we have 10 tips [...]

There comes a time in almost everyone’s life where they consider if they should adopt a pet. Pets bring a new perspective to the world and highly enrich human’s lives. Dogs got the nickname “man’s best friend” for a reason. We seek companionship in other humans, as well as other animals. If you have been [...]

There are some times when the unavoidable happens and something in your home needs repair or renovation. Being a pet owner during these times can be very stressful for both the pet and the owner. For some pets, having strangers in the home as well as unfamiliar sounds and smells can be anxiety inducing. If [...]

Help Your Cat Get Back to Their “Normal” What Is Cat OA Pain? OA is a type of arthritis that occurs when the tissue in your cat’s joints starts to get worn down, causing bones to rub against one another. You’d think this just makes moving harder, but OA can also cause severe pain. Without [...]

If you are a pet owner, you have probably heard of “chipping” or microchipping your dog. A microchip is a very small device, about the size of a grain of rice. It is a tiny electronic chip in a glass cylinder that is typically implanted between your pet’s shoulder blades, underneath the skin. Although a [...]

April is Heartworm Awareness month! It is very important to keep your pets on heartworm prevention year-round. According to the American Heartworm Society, one million pets in the United States have heartworm disease. This disease is highly preventable, and is much easier and cost effective to prevent than it is to treat.  Heartworms are a [...]

If you have had a Vets to Pets Housecall, you may have seen us reach for our pheromone sprays Feliway and Adaptil! These are pheromone sprays designed for each species. Pheromones can be used to communicate positive and comforting “messages” to your pet via scent. These pheromones are bottled up and are available to use [...]

Within the past several years, pet insurance has become much more common! As veterinary professionals, we love it when owners have pet insurance. Pet insurance is exactly what it sounds like - an insurance policy for your pet’s medical care! Pet insurance policies vary in coverage options, but most are set up to cover unexpected [...]

Lyme disease, a bacterial infection transmitted through tick bites, is a concern not just for humans but also for our pets. As a pet owner, it's essential to be aware of the risks, symptoms, and prevention methods to safeguard your beloved animals. In this blog, we'll delve into Lyme disease in pets, covering everything you [...]