How to Run With Your Dog
Tips for Running With Your Dog By Jennifer Kutcher Taking your dog for a walk or run is a great form of exercise, but it’s your job to make sure your pet is safe when you run with her. Watch your dog’s behavior for any abnormal signs. You know your dog best, so when your […]
What Really Happens When You Clip Your Dog’s Coat
The Truth About Clipping a Dog’s Coat By Kami Kaminski With summer in full swing, dog groomers are bombarded with Huskies, Saint Bernards, Chow Chows and other double- or heavy-coated dogs coming in for a summer cut. Before you rush your Golden Retriever into the salon for a haircut, you should stop and think about […]
Feeding Your Cat
Proper Feeding of Your Cat By Penny Derbyshire-Baldyga Cats are not dogs (or even people). Therefore, their nutritional needs are different. First, cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they need the specific nutrients in animal tissue to meet their dietary requirements. Due to those specific nutrients, the diets of felines are very strict when it comes […]
Camping With Dogs
How to Camp With Your Dog By Katherine Beard A family camping trip is one of the best summer pastimes. Of course, when we say family, we mean dogs too. Exploring campgrounds with local hiking trails, forests and beaches is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and sunshine while also spending some quality time […]
Breed Spotlight: Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier Facts Popularity The Yorkshire Terrier was the ninth most popular dog breed in the United States in 2016, according to the American Kennel Club. Yorkshire Terriers, also known as the Yorkie, are an energetic, friendly and determined companion. Although Yorkies now belong to the Toy Group, they are a Terrier by nature. They were originally […]
Lumps on Dogs: What They Mean
What Do Lumps on Dogs Mean? Finding a lump on your dog can be unsettling. As our dogs live longer, cancer becomes a common concern among pet owners. Dogs can get all types of cancer, including bone cancer, skin cancer, lung cancer, liver cancer and pancreas cancer. The lump could be nothing, but it can […]
Veterinary Assistant Student of the Month: Tenille Ewing
Student of the Month Veterinary Assistant Tenille Ewing Tenille Ewing lives in Lake George, Colorado, where she will be working on a dude ranch for the summer. Tenille has always had a love for animals and wanted a career that would bring her closer to them. She knew becoming a veterinary assistant would be a […]
