This time of the year is full of joy and celebration for people, with parties, decorations, and vistors galore. Unfortunately the very things that make us happiest during the holiday season can also bring sadness as the pets end up … Continue reading
Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning your holiday festivities: Holiday lights – Don’t forget electric cords connected to lights are a tempting chew-toy for any kitten or puppy. Please secure or cover them to prevent … Continue reading
Here in Nebraska, tornadoes are common in the spring. This year, we are also struggling through an awful flooding season. Other areas of the country (and world) have been hard hit recently with these and other emergencies, including hurricanes, earthquakes … 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
Here’s a list of common household items that can be toxic to your pets. Household Drugs NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories) such as Advil (ibuprofen), Aleve (Naproxen) & Motrin (aspirin) Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Most prescription drugs meant for humans. Ingestion of any medication … Continue reading
Everyone who works in a veterinary clinic has their favorite microchip story – where a long lost pet is reunited with its family. However, there are also far too many sad microchip stories, where pets cannot be reunited with their … Continue reading
Content provided by Jo Marshall, CVT and Justine A. Lee, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Director of Veterinary Services Cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) are microscopic bacteria found in freshwater lakes, streams, ponds and brackish water ecosystems. They can produce toxins (such … Continue reading
Salmonella sure has been in the news a lot lately, and not just for the eggs that have been recalled. There have also been several Pet foods recalled because of the potential for contamination with Salmonella. So just what or … Continue reading
My dogs and cats are pretty well-traveled. Apart from going with us on vacation all the time, they’ve travelled across Australia–all the way from Perth to Portland, OR. The trip across Australia was done by air for the cats, but … Continue reading
I have always felt fortunate to live within seven minutes of Portland, Ore.’s DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital, a nonprofit emergency animal hospital in Portland specializing in emergency and critical care medicine. While I hoped I would never have to go, … Continue reading