Feline leukemia virus is one of the most common—and most dangerous—infectious diseases that can affect our feline friends. According to data from Cornell University, as many as three percent of the kitties in the U.S. and Canada are affected. That’s the point of Feline Leukemia…
Does your furry bestie enjoy going to the park? Many of our canine companions absolutely love going to dog parks and meeting up with their four-legged pals. However, there are quite a few things to keep in mind when setting up your pup’s playdates. A…
Every season brings its own set of risks for pets. Summer is no different. While our feline friends may think of themselves as invincible, the truth is that kitties are very small and fragile, and are nowhere near as indestructible as many of them seem…
June is Adopt A Shelter Cat Month! Every month is considered Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. We’re happy to see any cat find a good home, but we have a soft spot for shelter kitties. Many of them have a very hard time finding new…
Are you ready to welcome a new pooch into your home? Why not get a rescue dog? Many of our canine patients were rescued, and are now thriving as cherished pets. It’s crucial to remember that Fido may require some time to adjust to major…
May 3rd holds great significance for a number of our cherished furry companions: it’s National Specially-Abled Pets Day. This special event honors the beloved pets that may not fit society’s conventional standards of perfection. Fido might have a missing leg, or Fluffy’s cute little ears…
You’ve heard the saying that every dog has its day. Well, we think every kitty also deserves a special day. We’re putting one very cute and mysterious cat at center stage for this one. April 23rd is Pallas Cat Day! Read on as a local…
Dog Bite Prevention Week always takes place during the second week of April. This is a pretty serious issue. Every year, roughly 4.5 people are bitten by dogs. While fortunately many of those bites do not cause serious injury, many do require medical treatment, and…
The 28th of March is a pretty significant day for Fluffy: it’s Respect Your Cat Day! Of course, if you asked your feline overlord how to best show her respect, she might demand big shrines, statues, fishponds with live fish in them, stocked aviaries, and…
Did you know that cats are among the sleepiest animals on the planet? Only a few creatures, including bats and possums, can catch more Z’s than Man’s Second Best Friend. This might not be surprising: we all know that our feline buddies are, for whatever…
