Coronavirus: What Does it Mean for You and Your Pets?
The world is in strange, uncharted territories in regards to the new Coronavirus, or COVID-19. Daily life has been severely impacted, and the vast amount of circulating information is enough to make anyone’s head spin. So what are the facts? And in regards to veterinary medicine, how does this virus impact your pets? Coronavirus is […]
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease
Written by Dr. Jennifer Menning One common problem that we see in our feline friends is inappropriate urination. We often see cats for sudden, seemingly random urination outside the litter box. Sometimes, these cats urinate in very undesirable places around the house, such as on pillows and bedding. Many clients ask why this has happened. […]
6 Things To Know About Keeping Your Dog Safe from Rattlesnakes
Don’t let Fido get fanged! Every year, the Friends of Douglas County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit hosts a special Rattlesnake Avoidance Clinic to educate dog owners on how to best protect your pooches from this common Colorado canine menace. The clinic costs $95 and is a perennial sell-out — all proceeds go to support the non-profit […]
Caring for Your Senior Pet
By Dr. Jen Menning Time flies when you have a pet you love. Seemingly in the blink of an eye, your adorable, excitable puppy has grown into a mature, 10-year old, graying senior dog. Our pets are living longer than ever these days thanks to caring and dedicated owners, along with significant advances in veterinary […]
Grain-Free Diets: What Do We Know?
Walk into any pet store and you will find an extensive, exhaustive array of pet foods to choose from. Scan the labels and you’ll find phrases like “all-natural”, “limited-ingredient”, and “grain-free”, among others. Many people wonder, “Which food is best for my pet?” and “What ingredients should I be looking for?” Recently, we have seen […]
Common Skin Tumors
New lumps and bumps pop up all the time in our furry friends, especially as they get older. There are many different kinds of lumps pets can develop; some are benign and require no treatment, whereas others are malignant and necessitate surgical removal. When you bring your pet into your veterinarian to check out a […]
What to Do When Your Dog is Vomiting
It can be a frightening time when your beloved pet, who has never been sick a day in his/her life, starts vomiting. “Why is this happening?”, you might ask. “What can I do to stop this?” Most people feel confused and helpless when their pet vomits. Fortunately, there are ways to be proactive in helping […]
4 Things You Absolutely Need to Know if You Want to Be a Pet Owner
By Jessica Brody If you’re looking for something cute and cuddly in your life, then a new pet may be for you. But before adopting an animal, there are a few things you should keep in mind. What kind of pet is right for you? What does life look like once you bring home your […]
Acupuncture
By Dr. Jennifer Menning Acupuncture has been available as a treatment modality for thousands of years. It is an adjunctive treatment that can be used for a variety of ailments, including arthritis, gastrointestinal upset, intervertebral disc disease, coughing, and even ocular problems, such as dry eye. The majority of our long-term acupuncture patients are older […]
How to Spot and Prevent Dehydration in Your K-9
By Kim Vanderholm As temperatures rise, it’s important to be aware of your dog’s hydration levels. Water is crucial for regulating body temperature and healthy food digestion. People often underestimate the amount of water their dog needs in a day. According to petMD*, dogs need to drink one ounce per pound of dog weight per […]