I took my two cats to my local hospital a couple weeks ago for their bi-annual exams and dental cleanings. Being a veterinary professional, I examine their mouths fairly often and knew that they both needed dental cleanings. My male … Continue reading
As the weather warms and the sun begins to come out more, we often begin thinking of all the fun outdoor activities that keep us busy during the summer – camping, fishing, hiking, vacation, and we start planning what we … Continue reading
Since I have worked here for several years, I’ve definitely learned how preventive care needs in pets parallel the preventive care needs in humans. This became especially evident when comparing my efforts to get Gidget to lose weight and my … Continue reading
In 2009, a total of 381 cases of rabies in dogs and cats in the US were reported to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). In a country of 150 million dogs and cats, as reported by the Pet Food … Continue reading
As the weather warms, you may include your pets in your spring and summer activities. Here are a few of our resources that include safety tips for your pets and general precautions you should take when you are at home … Continue reading
About a year and a half ago, when my significant other and I merged households, we became a five-cat home (yes, I said five). Did I mention that all of the cats are indoor only? We knew that this would … Continue reading
I am wondering if spring will ever come to Oregon. The sky is gray, the wind is blowing, it’s still raining and the night-time temperatures are approaching freezing some days. While most Oregonians are willing to go about normal business … Continue reading
Try out these Banfield-approved crafts and make something personal for your pet. For your dog Easy to Make Dog Toys: Here are some ideas for dog toys that you can make from ordinary household items. Dog in a Blanket: Here’s a project … Continue reading
I didn’t become a pet owner until my mid-twenties, which makes me a late bloomer in pet ownership, especially at Banfield. While most of my peers grew up with pets, I did not. So I was left with a distinct … Continue reading
A lot of my clients ask me why I ask to see their pet every six months. It’s pretty common knowledge that when you get a puppy or kitten, you’ll be making quite a few visits to the vet to … Continue reading