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Signs of Heat Stroke in Pets and What You Should Do

Article by Sarah Cortright, DVM One of the most common things we see as the temperature starts to increase is heat stroke in pets. Dogs and cats do not have many sweat glands and depend primarily on panting to cool themselves. This makes them much...

My Cat is Straining, What do I do?

Article by Diana Gorin All information approved for medical accuracy by Matthew Wheaton, DVM Have you caught your cat straining to go to the bathroom? Otherwise known as a "blocked cat." Hopefully you called your vet right away. If he’s...

What To Do If My Pet Ate Chocolate?

Article by Diana Gorin All information approved for medical accuracy by Matthew Wheaton, DVM See the bullet points on our instagram I hope I’m not telling you anything groundbreaking by saying you shouldn’t feed your dog chocolate. Or your cats for...

Pet Insurance: The Ultimate Guide

The idea of having to euthanize your pet because you can't afford vet expenses is heartbreaking and, sadly, happens too often to many people. Fortunately, there are payment alternatives that can save your pet when they get ill or if an emergency...

Dental Cleanings: What to Expect

Like humans, your pets are susceptible to oral disease, plaque and tartar build up, and loose teeth. It is quite common, and pets don't always show obvious signs to you. Animals have the great ability to hide their pain, and sometimes pet owners...

Fit or Fat?

It is estimated that 60% of cats and 56% of dogs in the United States are overweight or obese. The easiest way to tell if your pet has put on too many pounds is to visit us for a weight consult. However, we would like to empower you to check your...

Sugar Free Might Make Your Dog…Sugar Free?

THE DANGERS OF XYLITOL AND DOGS Xylitol is a sugar substitute that is found in a variety of chewing gums, sugar-free products, peanut butters, toothpastes, and many household products. In humans, Xylitol fails to cause a release of insulin into the...