It should surprise no one that cats don’t make it to the veterinarian’s office as often as dogs do. Dogs, for all their size and potential rambunctiousness, are generally willing to walk on a leash (or be carried) into the veterinarian’s as often as their...

Dr. Patty KhulySunburnGoing to outdoor dog events, camping out, hiking, planning picnics, or simply lounging poolside? Being out in the sun without protection means that sunburn is a possibility.White, light-colored, or sparse-coated dogs are especially at...

Food is survival for all species; food provides nourishment for life. Some dogs, however, take this fact of life way too seriously and will eat any and all food or food-related items they can find. This might be dinner on the dining room table, a snack...

What is Heartworm Disease?Heartworm disease is caused by the parasite Dirofilaria immitis, a type of roundworm that lives inside the heart and blood vessels of the lungs. Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes. It is a serious disease that...

Are you ready for the holidays? For many of us, there's a lot to do at this time of year as we prepare to travel or welcome out of town guests. There are often gifts to purchase, food to prepare, wrapping, decorations, parties and singing. Hopefully, you...

Proper exercise for dogs is important to their overall physical and mental wellbeing, but often “mental exercise” is given short shrift when looking at fulfilling a dog’s needs. Dogs that are bored and that have little mental and environmental stimulation...