Here’s a common scenario: A client notices a lot of debris and odor in their dog’s ears. The dog is also shaking her head and scratching the ears, which obviously concerns the owner. They go down to the local pet … Continue reading
Our newest hospital opened May 5th in Portland’s West Hills. While all of our grand openings are exciting, this one held a little extra meaning since it’s located right here in Banfield’s hometown. Dr. Carson, Dr. Thompson and the entire … Continue reading
“She gave me The Look.” That’s what my aunt always said when I asked her how she knew, when faced with dozens of furry faces at her local shelter, that a little black dog named Gypsy was the one that … Continue reading
Fleas are very sturdy creatures that can go 100 days without feeding and can live year-round inside a home. We talk to our clients daily about proper flea prevention, but it’s not uncommon for someone to say “I’ve tried everything and … Continue reading
As a veterinarian, every time I hear a pet owner talk about giving bones to their dogs as treats, I cringe. Many owners feel that their pet absolutely needs the knuckle bone or ham bone to chew on. I always … Continue reading
Cats are remarkable creatures for a multitude of reasons. They are intelligent, mysterious, stealthy, comical, affectionate, aloof, graceful, royal, and several dozen other adjectives. It is no wonder why they were domesticated and have been our companions for thousands of … Continue reading
I was six years old when my family first got a pet. Twinkle was a Wire-haired Fox Terrier puppy who was only about 6-weeks-old when we picked her up from a pet store. I fell instantly in love and it … Continue reading
One of my favorite humor writers, Erma Bombeck, once wrote a column recounting the time her young son bit into a tube of paint and swallowed some of the contents. She and her husband rushed him to the emergency room, … Continue reading
After a lot of time and research, you have finally decided on what type of purebred puppy you want. But deciding on the breed was the easy part – now you’re faced with finding a good, honest and reputable breeder that will … Continue reading
Any pet that is not a dog or cat can be classified as an exotic pet, which means that there are countless species of exotic pets out there. Many exotic pet owners are very knowledgeable about the husbandry and diet … Continue reading