Bringing a new furry family member into your home is an exciting journey filled with cuddles, playtime, and unconditional love. As responsible pet owners, it's crucial to consider their health and well-being and one essential aspect of pet care is spaying or neutering. In this blog post, we'll explore what to expect when your dog [...]

As National Wellness Month unfolds, it's important for each of us to recognize the positive influences on our health – our favorite being our pets. Aside from warm companionship, there is a wealth of scientific evidence showcasing the ways in which our furry friends enhance our overall well-being. From neurochemical responses to psychological benefits, [...]

Unfortunately, here in the Pacific Northwest smoky skies are a reality we face every August. Just like us, pets can be adversely affected by the poor air quality caused by wildfires. This is especially dangerous to our elderly patients, brachycephalic breeds (those beautiful, squished faces), and pets suffering from other diseases. Here are some [...]

As your dog’s best friend, you know them well—their reaction to unfamiliar noises, their facial expression when someone is at the door, and their behavior when they feel ill. However, how well can humans really understand animals, especially when they may have health conditions that traditional diagnostic tests are unable to detect? Fortunately, through genetic [...]