Pets

Trying to eat a healthy, balanced diet is hard for many of us. We overindulge in sugar and salt, often giving in to the temptation…

Puppies lose all their baby teeth between three and six months of age.  During this time, you will need to help your teething puppy cope…

There are a lot of choices when it comes to dog food, and it can be confusing when it comes to feeding your puppy.  Consult…

In appreciation of National Answer Your Cat’s Question Day I sat down with Silvi for a heart to heart talk. Silvi, as you know, is…

When I was eight years old, my parents adopted a puppy for me from our local humane society. Being an incredibly creative kid, I named…

Some individuals are unwilling to vaccinate their pets because they don’t believe in pet vaccines.  Vaccines are a vital part of keeping your pet healthy. …

Have you noticed your cat in the litter box more than normal during these holiday seasons?  It’s a common complaint that we see at Guthrie…

‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; the mice were all napping and…

I’ve been practicing veterinary medicine for over twenty years and have experienced the entire spectrum of reactions from cat vet visits that you can imagine.

In all my years of experience with grooming, training, and rescuing dogs, I’ve learned that almost nothing causes as much stress for dogs and their…

Many of you know our senior cat, Sylvie.  Sylvie loves to play, she is curious about new objects and loves people, kids, dogs and even…

Trail hikes and sidewalk strolls have long been the exclusive domain of owners and dogs. Not anymore! There has been an increase in interest in…

I spend every day working with dogs. When I tell people this, they usually say something about how great it must be to get to…

Joint supplements can help with your dog’s joints but only if they contain the proper ingredients at the correct strength. There is so much information…

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. The signs and treatment are very similar in dogs and cats, but this week Dr. Anna Coffin will concentrate on diabetes…

All cats shed. All of them. Even the “hairless” variety, which has a barely-there downy fuzz. Shedding is part of a healthy coat in any…

A new movement is sweeping through veterinary medicine focusing on reducing pet anxiety and fear.  It’s called the Fear Free Initiative, and veterinary professionals are…

How to use a simple cue to elevate your dogs’ level of understanding and decision-making. The wrong answer can be a step toward the right…

Keeping your pet healthy is a veterinarian’s number one priority.  The easiest way to keep your pet happy and healthy is an annual visit to…