Author: Sean Ladd, March 2026 Many of you are very familiar with a virus named human immunodeficiency virus or HIV. Well, there is a similar condition in cats known as feline immunodeficiency virus or FIV. You may also have heard of the medical term leukemia. Unlike the human form of leukemia, feline leukemia is a contagious virus that spreads from cat to cat. So, what exactly are these viruses and why are they so important? Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) Feline immunode

Urinary blockages are one of the most significant and quickly debilitating medical conditions seen in cats, especially in male cats. As a feline pet owner, understanding and recognizing the clinical signs of urinary blockage can help save your cat's life. FLUTD Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a general term used to describe several different conditions that affect a cat’s bladder or urethra. FLUTD encompasses the conditions associated with urinary tract inf

By: Brittani Rhode, CVT – Practice Manager and Pet Travel Consultant For many pet owners, traveling with their furry family members is an important part of life. Whether relocating across the country, taking an extended vacation, or moving overseas, one of the most common misconceptions we encounter is that pet travel is as simple as booking a flight and showing up at the airport. In reality, traveling with pets—especially internationally—often involves a detailed process tha

Author Dr. Teri Schroeck, DVM February 2026 Learn how to keep your pet’s heart healthy with veterinary approved tips on diet, exercise, heart worm prevention, breeds predisposed to cardiac conditions and clinical signs of heart disease in dogs and cats Feed a Heart-Healthy Pet Diet It is recommended to feed AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) approved veterinary diets for your pets. These diets have been tested to meet all of the nutritional needs of your p

Author: Sabrina Collado, VT February 2026 Have you recently noticed that your dog’s kisses smell like something crawled out of a dumpster, or your cat’s breath is a mix of sulfur and rotten tuna? Well, it might be time to discuss dental health for your fur babies, and yes that means annual dental cleanings! Similarly to us, pets build up tarter and plaque on their teeth and under their gums, leading to dental disease. Plaque is a sticky buildup of bacteria forming on the surf

Examples to help guide you on deciding between emergency vs urgent vs routine medical veterinary visit. First lets identify NORMAL vital parameters for your pet. Rectal temperature: between 98-102.0 degrees Fahrenheit for both dogs and cats Heart rate: 60-120 beats per minute (dogs) 120-220 bpm (cats) Breathing rate: 10-30 breaths per minute for both dogs and cats Emergent Veterinary Need: (Seek a Veterinary Hospital Immediately) Hit by Car Major fall Trouble breathing (choki