Let’s face it. There has long been a need for telemedicine in veterinary practices. There are a lot of pet owners out there who are unable to get out easily or at all, and telemedicine when possible can be a huge blessing for such home-bound people. Unfortunately, it took the pandemic to make it clear that telemedicine definitely has its place in veterinary medicine, just as it does in other types of medicine being offered to patients across the country.

But will these telemedicine trends stick around? Probably, but some things are going to have to be ironed out first. Read more

You love your pet, and you want them to lead a long, healthy life. If you want to keep your dog or cat around as long as possible, you should make their health and wellness one of your top priorities, but how often does your pet really need to go to the vet? What shots do they need and when? Here’s what you need to know.

The First Year of Life

During the first year of your pet’s life, they should be seen by the vet about once a month. The vet will be able to use these frequent visits to track your pet’s growth and progress and address any concerns quickly as they arise. Read more

More and more people are becoming eco-conscious and looking for ways to cut chemicals out of their lives. The truth is that fleas have been a problem for millennia, and the chemical combinations most often used today are less than a century old. Do you think the people of the past just put up with them? There are a lot of natural home remedies for fleas, but thanks to eco-friendly manufacturers there are also some great products that take out the guesswork. Here are some options.

Dawn and Vinegar

Bathe your pet in Dawn dish soap and rinse with apple cider vinegar. This will kill the fleas on your pet, but it will not repel them. This is only the first step. You’ll have about a day, maybe two, to get the rest of your home treated. Although Dawn is not necessarily “all natural,” it is well established as an eco-friendly product. Read more

Spring is here, and with the warmer weather comes the fleas. It happens every year, and it will continue to do so. If you want to be able to protect your pet from fleas, you’ll need to make sure that you are using a reliable flea preventative treatment.

There are several different types of flea control solutions. Which type you use may be based on several factors, such as your pet’s health, type of pet, age of pet, and other factors. It is best to get the advice of your veterinarian before starting a flea treatment, even if you are looking at a non-prescription option. Read more

Having a dog with behavioral problems can be a trial. Whether your dog is barking nonstop, chewing furniture and shoes, begging, digging, or jumping up, there are some steps that you can take to prevent or change the behavior. Yet sometimes it is important to get help training your dog. 

Prevent Boredom

One of the best ways that you can keep your dog from acting out is to keep them busy and entertained. You should be helping your dog get plenty of exercise, and you should also be keeping them entertained much of the time. You can keep your dog entertained by providing them with plenty of toys that they like. Chew toys are a great option. Read more