Get the (Pooper) Scoop on Pet Fecal Testing

Get the (Pooper) Scoop on Pet Fecal Testing

Routine wellness care is vitally important when it comes to being an upstanding pet parent. Bringing your dog or cat in for routine examinations, keeping vaccines up to date, and administering parasite preventatives are just the tip of the iceberg, though. Good wellness care in the veterinary world encompasses many things, and intestinal parasite prevention […]

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A Long And Happy Life: The Principles Of Pet Longevity

A Long And Happy Life: The Principles Of Pet Longevity

The human lifespan has increased significantly over the past century. Thanks to significant progress in medicine it may continue to increase even further!. Our pets have also enjoyed an increase in their overall life expectancy, although not quite as dramatically as humans. We all want our pets to live as long as possible, which is […]

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What to Expect When Your Pet’s Expecting: Caring for the Pregnant Pet

What to Expect When Your Pet’s Expecting: Caring for the Pregnant Pet

If you have made the decision to breed your pet, chances are a lot of time, planning, and a great deal of commitment have been a part of the process. After all that hard work comes the fun part…meeting your new fuzzy babies! Before you can meet your sweet bundles of joy, you need to […]

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The Wonderful Qualities of a Responsible Pet Owner

The Wonderful Qualities of a Responsible Pet Owner

Without a doubt, most pet owners consider themselves to be the best pet parents out there. After all, whoever gives the most snuggles surely loves his or her pet the most, right? However, being a responsible pet owner goes well beyond simply showing affection. It requires us to make some important commitments to keeping our […]

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Wildlife in the City: What to Do if You Find a Wild Animal

Wildlife in the City: What to Do if You Find a Wild Animal

As cities have grown and expanded over the years, many wild species have learned not only how to survive, but also how to thrive in urban areas. From skunks to coyotes, wildlife can be found in some of the biggest cities in the country. While this fact may be impressive, it can also be dangerous […]

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Rabies 101 for Pet Owners

Rabies 101 for Pet Owners

Most everyone has heard of rabies, and while people generally understand that it’s dangerous, not everyone is aware of what rabies is, how it is transmitted, and what the risk is to people and pets. Although rabies is largely controlled in the United States, it still remains a concern. Each year, hundreds of dogs and […]

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Dog Flu: Canine Influenza and Its Latest Strains

Dog Flu: Canine Influenza and Its Latest Strains

Canine influenza, or dog flu, is a subject of great concern for many dog owners after last year’s initial outbreak and the more recent 2016 outbreak within the Chicago area. And rightly so, as both incidents have resulted in several cases of flu throughout the Midwest. Because the virus is so contagious, there is substantial […]

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The Health of Your New Pet: Care, Safety, and Important Protocol

The Health of Your New Pet: Care, Safety, and Important Protocol

Adopting a new pet is wonderful, but don’t forget about your new addition’s health and safety amidst all the excitement. Sure, you want to get to know one another and start having fun together, but you also have a responsibility to protect and care for your pet in all the right ways. New to Us […]

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A Walk in the Park: Dog Walking Safety 101

A Walk in the Park: Dog Walking Safety 101

Besides food, water, and snuggles, exercise is the best gift you can give your pet. Whether it’s a walk through the neighborhood on a leash or a trip to the dog park, regular exercise is a vital part of your dog’s overall health and well being. Safety First Even a relatively simple activity such as […]

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Starting Off on the Right Paw: Good Care for Young Pets

Starting Off on the Right Paw: Good Care for Young Pets

When you bring home a new puppy or kitten (or any young pet), you are starting off with a blank slate. While it may seem that young healthy pets tend to be low maintenance from a health care standpoint, there are some finer points in the care for young pets that can make a real […]

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