Did you know that cats are less likely to make their recommended annual veterinary visits than dogs? In fact, the 2017-18 edition of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook states, “78.8 percent of dog owners said they brought their animals in for routine or preventive care at least once a [...]

Congratulations! Few things are as invigorating as bringing home a new bundle of furry joy. We know you’re ecstatic about your new lifelong companion, so we’ve compiled our top five ways to ensure your puppy starts off on the right paw. From training to essential gear, and everything in between, set your puppy up for [...]

Many people take advantage of the warm weather by spending time outdoors with their four-legged companions. From outdoor cookouts and dips in the pool to extra trips to the park, pet owners often enjoy the dog days of summer with their canine and feline pals. However, unlike humans, pets wear year-round fur coats, which can [...]

Grade 0 Healthy teeth that are free of visible disease. The gums are coral pink or shrimp color. This is the best time to start dental prevention.  Mouth rinsing needs to be done every day. Home dental sealants (Oravet) should be applied once weekly. Hill's Prescription Diet T/D food is also an effective daily method [...]

When spring rolls around and the air fills with a thick yellow cloud of pollen, do your allergies go haywire? If you’re suffering from congestion, sneezing, and itchy, watery eyes, you know how miserable you feel with allergies. But, did you know your pet can also suffer from allergies? While they may not show the [...]

Here is a Cat Thread Bruno is a tremendous, full blooded, fully pedigreed 4 year old male Maine Coon cat.  His littermate brother “Luigi” was featured in our Facebook videos introducing everyone to what a true Maine Coon cat really looks like.  A large, long body with a full bushy tail are the most striking [...]

Case of the Month: The Dog and the Cantaloupe Lucky is a 10 year old Chocolate Labrador Retriever that is a big part of the Hunsecker family, loved by Mom, Dad, and two kids.  He was adopted six years earlier and quickly became a fixture in the home. His muzzle and eyebrows are now noticeably [...]

Just like in humans, dental care is an important part of your pet’s overall health. Here’s a step-by-step guide to keeping those chompers sparkling white at home. Step 1 Start brushing your pet’s teeth early—8 to 12 weeks old is best. If you brush every day, your pet will become familiar with the routine when [...]

Companion Laser Therapy This video demonstrates the extensive science behind Laser Therapy and how it works at the cellular level.  We have seen significant and amazing benefit with many of our patients, applying Laser to speed healing and reduce pain in a variety of medical conditions.

Light therapy or LASER (light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation) is used for pain management, stimulating tissue healing and controlling inflammation. It is used to increase the speed, quality and strength of tissue repair. The effects of pain relief are due to the result of enhanced endorphin release. It is also known as phototherapy [...]