Blog: Pet Nutrition & Wellness

cat with bald spot on back

Cat Pattern Baldness

Cats can get patterns of hair loss, which could be their way of expressing themselves through choosing to style their fur in their own unique way by fashioning a funky hairdo, but more often than not it’s an indication of an underlying problem.

a sick dog laying down looking sad

Canine Influenza

Canine Influenza can be caused by two different virus strains H3N8 and H3N2. H3N8 was discovered in Florida in 2004 and can also be found in horses. H3N2 was first identified in Chicago in 2015 and can affect other species such as pigs and birds.

black puppy waits to receive treat

Brain Development

Puppies and kittens are, I must admit, my favorite part of practice. Seeing these cute little bundles of energy for the first time always makes me smile.  I am excited knowing they will have good homes and be cared for very well. One of the many things which fascinates me...

a dog stands in a moving river

When swimming can be dangerous: Blue-Green Algae

Cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) can bloom in lakes, streams and ponds, most often during periods of hot weather in mid- to late-summer months but can be present in lower concentrations throughout the year. The algae take on the appearance of blue or green paint on the surface of...