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Pet Household Hazards and Other Commonly Asked Questions

What are some household hazards for a new puppy? Much like a human child, puppies will find their way into every inch of your...

March 4, 2021

November is National Senior Pet Month!

Senior Pets By:  IVMA Member Dr. Leslie Brooks November is National Senior Pet Month! With the advancement and growth of veterinary medicine, funding, and...

November 18, 2020

National Cat Day – Learn More About Well-being & Health For Our Feline Friends

National Cat Day By:  Dr. Leslie Brooks National Cat Day is October 29th, right before Halloween. I remember being a kid and my mom...

October 15, 2020

The 411 on Pet Obesity

Pet Obesity Awareness Dr. Leslie Brooks One of the biggest and most challenging health problems our pets face today is obesity. According to a...

October 7, 2020

So, it’s Time to Train Your Pup… What’s next?

When should you start training your pet? According to the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior  “In general, puppies can start socialization classes as...

January 8, 2020

Are you planning on adding a new pet to your family over the holidays?

The holidays can be a busy and hectic time for most of us, but if you have committed to bringing in a pet on...

December 16, 2019

Keeping your pets safe during the cold winter season.

Here are a few tips on how you can keep your pet safe during the cold winter season. Always be prepared! Talk to your...

December 16, 2019

Keeping Pets Safe on Halloween

Halloween Hazards – What to Look Out for This Holiday Halloween is a fun time of year with the dazzling array of costumes, trick-or-treaters...

October 31, 2019

Taking the Stress Out of Fireworks

Bing, Bang, Boom! It’s that time of year again. That’s right-FIREWORKS! July comes in with an explosion of dazzling lights that is sure to...

June 1, 2019

Why Should I Give Preventative Heartworm Medicine To My Dog Year Round?

Heartworms are a parasitic worm that lives within the heart and blood vessels of the lungs. If they live to this stage of life,...

April 24, 2019