Ask Dr. Anna: A nail trim saga — one hundred and twenty eight toes
It is nail trim time at my house, and it’s not pretty.
Anna Coffin
Ask Dr. Anna: Two things your pet needs: vaccines and microchips
During the month of August, Guthrie Pet Hospital is celebrating National Immunization Month and National Check The Chip Day with monthly specials. Dr. Coffin will…
Ask Dr. Anna: Life with emotionally/mentally disabled pets
Crazy dog. I know them. I live in what is essentially a group home for pets who were unwanted, neglected, or abandoned. The dogs and…
Ask Dr. Anna: We are the champions; AAHA accreditation
In 2003, Guthrie Pet Hospital was awarded the American Animal Hospital Association’s top honor, AAHA accreditation. Our hospital is inspected every three years to verify…
Ask Dr. Anna: The ultimate guide to Canine Influenza Virus
Canine Influenza Virus, also known as dog flu, was first diagnosed in the United States in 2004. Since then, the virus has spread across the…
Ask Dr. Anna: Guthrie Pet Hospital celebrates 20 years with an open house
In 1997, Dr. Anna Coffin moved back to her hometown and purchased Guthrie Pet Hospital. Over the years, Guthrie Pet Hospital has earned certification with…
Ask Dr. Anna: Cat World Domination Day – servants prepare yourselves
June 24 was Cat World Domination Day. I’m pretty sure this was something started by cats to convince us that they have not, in fact,…
Ask Dr. Anna: Pet food ingredients – deciphering the label
There are so many misconceptions about pet food ingredients. Dr. Anna Coffin will discuss common ingredient terms seen on pet food labels so that you…
Ask Dr. Anna: Pet food labels – marketing and product claims
You’ve heard the saying; you can’t judge a book by its cover. Well, you can’t judge pet food from the packaging. Reading pet food labels…
Ask Dr. Anna: Meet Pip – An awesome adoptable dog
This is Pip, he is an awesome adoptable dog. He needs a home! Â Could you be the owner that Pip has been waiting for?
Ask Dr. Anna: Adopt a cat and get a free exam
To celebrate Adopt A Cat Month, Guthrie Pet Hospital is offering a free comprehensive examination to any cat adopted during the month of June. This…
Ask Dr. Anna: Dog body language – Three zones to watch
Learning to interpret dog body language is more than important; it’s essential to healthy relationships and safety.
Ask Dr. Anna: Introducing a new cat to your home
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring kittens. Spring is kitten season and often when people succumb to the adorable faces and antics…
Ask Dr. Anna: Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes oh my!
Warmer weather might be fun, but it also means more risk for dogs, cats, and humans. Ticks and mosquitoes are already here, and fleas will…
Ask Dr. Anna: What to do with lost And found pets
Lost and found pets are a common occurrence. Do you know what to do when you find a pet? Dr. Coffin recommends using caution when…
Ask Dr. Anna: How I adopted a feral at and accidentally made a new best friend
“Was that a mouse???” That was the sentence that started everything. While watching TV one night, my wife saw a tiny, grey rodent go scuttling…
Ask Dr. Anna: Lumps and bumps on dogs: When should I be concerned
Dogs of all ages can develop lumps and bumps. It is important to know when these should be examined by a veterinarian. According to Nationwide Pet Insurance,…
Ask Dr. Anna: Feral cats, stray cats, and the kittens In between
For the past few weeks, I have been following the story of a feral cat in B.C. Canada. An organization called Tiny Kittens works to…
Ask Dr. Anna: I can’t afford heartworm treatment
Because April is Heartworm Awareness Month, Dr. Anna Coffin will discuss a common scenario seen when diagnosing dogs with heartworms. Heartworm treatment can range from…
Ask Dr. Anna: My dog has heartworms, now what?
Heartworms are twelve-inch long worms that live in the heart of dogs.