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View ArticleIs the food I’m giving my pet ok?
I’m often asked if the pet food that the breeder or pet store recommended is ok for a particular dog or cat. If your pet has a medical condition and your veterinarian has recommended a specific food,...
View ArticleIs My Pet Overweight…What Do I Do About It?
Unfortunately, pet obesity is a growing (no pun intended) problem in our culture. We have become accustomed to overweight pets to the point where appropriate sized cats and dogs look too thin. Rule...
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Train Your Dog Month
This January, the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) will organize the sixth annual Train Your Dog Month with an aim to promote proper dog training by providing information, advice and...
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When you have a question about your pet’s health, what should you expect when...
During the chaos of our days, many of us find ourselves asking why things can’t just be easier. For example, you come home from work and your dog is acting “funny.” Can’t your veterinarian just help...
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Importance of a Dental for Your Pet
Importance of a Dental for Your Pet Though pets are less likely to develop cavities which are the leading cause of tooth pain and other oral health problems in humans, they can develop serious...
View ArticlePet Teeth Cleaning Under Anesthesia – Pros and Cons
Pet Teeth Cleaning Under Anesthesia – Pros and Cons Like most of us, our pets are not exactly thrilled about a dental either. First, it is very uncomfortable and second, they don’t know that it’s for...
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Treat Your Home For Fleas!
If your dog or cat has been scratching a lot lately, there is a great chance that your furry friend has fleas. They are tiny black or dark colored insects that feed on blood of your pet. In addition to...
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Your cat threw up? No, it’s not normal!
Hairballs are normal, yes, but chances are that’s NOT what’s making your car wretch. Vomiting is a common and frequently complex problem in cats. According to Gary Norsworthy, DVM, DABVP (feline...
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How to Create Low-Stress Veterinary Visits for Cats
The ominous hissing, the mournful meows, the defensive scratching or biting, the upset bowels-feline stress is just plain unpleasant for cats and you. Many cats get stressed when it’s time for a...
View ArticleRocklin Road Animal Hospital Celebrates 38 years with an Open House
Rocklin Road Animal Hospital Celebrates 38 years with an Open House Rocklin Road Animal Hospital will celebrate 38 years of service with an Open House on Sunday, May 15, 2016 from 11 am to 2 pm. The...
View ArticleDr. Google
When you’re searching the web for medical information about your pet, make sure you’re getting accurate medical information from reliable sources. Use these six tips for safer web surfing. Make sure...
View ArticleLack of Mobility May Mean Less Time With Your Pet
Here are five ways to improve your senior pet’s health-and maybe even his life expectancy-by helping him get back to the things he used to do. Take your pet to the veterinarian for for a physical exam....
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Preventing Dog Bites: A Guide for Safer Interactions
An important part of dog bite prevention in recognizing the behaviors that signal Fido is uncomfortable. Stephan Appelbaum, ABCDT, president and CEO of Animal Behavior College, shares things to keep...
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How to train pets for a Fear-Free veterinary experience
How to train pets for a Fear-Free veterinary experience Fear-Free veterinary visits start before the dog trots through your front door. Pet owners can help by training these three behaviors to make...
View ArticleDangers of Mushrooms
Dangers of Mushrooms Edible mushrooms or mushrooms that are non-toxic to humans are generally also non-toxic to pets. However, some can cause gastrointestinal upset or even symptoms of poisoning. This...
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5 Dangerous Halloween Candies for Pets
Halloween is associated with spooky haunted houses, costume parties and most of all, Halloween candy! Certain types of candy can be toxic and very dangerous to pets. Below are are five dangerous...
View ArticleDiabetes in Cats
What is feline diabetes? Diabetes mellitus, the clinical name for “sugar diabetes,” is a condition that affects the concentration of glucose, a type of sugar, in your cat’s blood. Diabetes results...
View ArticleProtecting Your Pet’s Paws
Winter can be brutal on our dog’s paw pads. Exposed to the elements and toxic chemicals, the paw pads are at risk for drying, cracking, trauma, frostbite and chemical burns. Luckily, there are some...
View ArticleFive Tips for a Healthier Dog Smile
Dog Checkups & Preventive Care Dogs have 42 smile generators. Keeping those 42 teeth strong, healthy, and happy is essential to preventing illness, pain, and may extend longevity. Each February,...
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