Clouds gather; you see a strike of lightning in the distance, then a rumble of thunder. The next thing you know, your dog won't leave your side; she's panting and trembling, and you both can't wait for the storm to be over. A fear of thunderstorms is common in dogs....

It's a sobering and heartbreaking fact that more than 2.5 million pets are euthanized every year simply because they weren't adopted before their time ran out in a shelter. With that statistic in mind, it seems like anyone looking to add a furry friend to their...

If you're a dog parent, chances are you've at least heard the term "Lyme disease." Transmitted to canines by the bite of a tick, Lyme disease is a bacterial-based illness that travels through the dog's bloodstream and usually centralizes in the joints. Although the...

Untreated heartworm infection in pets can be fatal. Heartworm treatment is expensive and lengthy, and only available for dogs (infected cats currently have no options available). The best option for both your pet and you is to prevent an infection. Mosquitoes carry...

  Paternal Predictions Whether you're a professional breeder or a hobbyist/pet owner, the decision to have your stallion sire a foal is an exciting one. But before anything else, it's important to have him checked out with a breeding soundness exam. We will make...

Few things are more depressing than the sobering fact that millions of healthy pets are euthanized every year simply because there weren't homes for them. What's worse is that the majority of these deaths could have been avoided if more male pets were neutered. From...

In 2009, the Animal Legal Defense Fund declared the last week in February as National Justice for Animals Week in order to raise awareness for animal cruelty in all forms. The event has been held every year since then, with more than 250,000 supporters participating....

Few things are more depressing than the sobering fact that millions of healthy pets are euthanized every year simply because there weren't homes for them. What's worse is that the majority of these deaths could have been avoided if more female pets were spayed. From...

Pets are a source of joy in our lives—the wagging tail that greets you at the door, the steady purr of a kitty in your lap, and the many entertaining antics of our furry, feathery and scaly friends. Unfortunately, there are some not-so-fun aspects of pet parenthood...

Dental disease is among the most common problems we see with our canine and feline clients. And while regular exams are the only way to find and treat issues, there are some things you can do at home between visits to help keep your pet's chompers clean and healthy....