written by Marissa Greenberg, DVM It ™s back-to-school time, and you may not think so, but this can affect your dog too! You and your family may have spent more time at home with your critters throughout the summer. But with school starting, your dogs might be missing their playmates! There are a few things [...]
I hope you had a wonderful day yesterday and are looking forward to an exciting 2010. This year has been difficult for many people and I know many of you are discouraged. We have seen many pet owners struggling to be able to properly care for their beloved pets. I hope that you can reflect [...]
As I write this, I am watching my staff finish up a grooming job on a little dog. He is getting his toenails trimmed and receiving little kisses on his head at the same time. The interesting thing about this, is that this dog used to require sedation for a grooming. He would bite his [...]
Many people will want to give pets as gifts this Christmas - others will want to give gifts to pets! If you are considering a live animal as a present, please be 100% sure that the recipient will want this gift and will be willing and able to care for it for up to 20 [...]
A few years after I became a veterinarian, I hospitalized a young tabby cat for a urinary blockage. That cat ™s name was Cody, and due to unfortunate circumstances with his owner, he became our hospital cat. That was 15 years ago. Most of you who have visited Animal Care Clinic have met Cody, either [...]
We hope you are having a wonderful Christmas eve. As you settle in tonight, finished with all the hustle and bustle, I hope you will have a chance to think about what Christmas is all about - and the role the animals played. Tomorrow is a huge birthday party for Jesus Christ. I think my [...]
What could be more wonderful than a cuddly puppy or kitten waiting under the tree on Christmas morning? While this can bring a lot of joy to the entire family during the holidays, it is important to keep in mind that this is a commitment of time, money and love for up to 20 years! [...]