What do veterinarians recommend most when they are asked how to keep my dog healthy? Most veterinarians agree that proper diet, regular exercise, routine checkups, and proper grooming—not to mention lots of love—will go a long way toward keeping your furry family member in tip-top shape. …
For most of us, our dogs are cherished members of our family. As such, we not only share our home and experiences with our four-legged friends but often our favorite foods as well. Is that good? Well, it depends on what you feed them. What kind …
As partners in your pet’s health, our goal is to ensure that pet parents are correctly informed. On Monday, our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Oscar Chavez, along with others on our vet team, sat down to answer some of your pressing questions regarding COVID-19 and its …
As the adage goes, “beauty is only skin deep.” But when it comes to your pooch, beauty may go a lot deeper. That’s because the condition of your dog’s coat and skin is also a great indicator of health. A healthy dog typically has a shiny …
Let’s be honest. Giving your dog a treat is probably as much fun for you as it is for your pooch. Who does not love seeing their dog’s rapt attention, delighted anticipation, and tail-wagging joy during the snack-feeding ritual? But it is important to remember not …
Separation anxiety may be already present in a newly acquired pet’s history (ie., a shelter pet or newly adopted pet), as in some cases it may be the exact reason they were abandoned. However, it can also arise as a secondary or acquired condition, for example, …