Urinary issues in cats can be painful, and even life-threatening. In this blog, one of our veterinary technicians shares her personal journey with FLUTD and what every pet parent should watch for. Learn the signs, causes, and how stress may play a bigger role than you think.

Allergies in dogs often start with a scratch. Allergies are one of the top reasons for canine vet visits, especially during the spring and summer months. They can begin at any age, most commonly between 1 and 3—but may appear as early as 6 months. What Is an Allergy? An allergy is a state of overreactivity or hypersensitivity to an allergen. An allergen can be anything that triggers an allergic reaction, and the list is endless. Allergies are most commonly categorized as either environmental...

Don’t let hidden risks harm your cat’s comfort and health. Although not talked about as frequently, cats can  and do  get heartworm. It’s transmitted when a mosquito bites an infected animal, then bites your cat. Through this bite, heartworm larvae are transferred and find their way into the bloodstream. Unlike dogs, cats are not natural hosts. While the mature worm burden is significantly less, don’t be fooled immature worms can still cause significant damage as they migrate to the lungs and...