September was chosen by the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management to celebrate Animal Pain Awareness. The selection of September harmonizes with human medicine's Pain Awareness Month. What a great reason to take the time to...
No one ever wants to hear the word cancer, and facing cancer in dogs and cats is especially painful. Unfortunately, dogs and cats get many of the same cancers that humans get. Cancer is the most common cause of death in pets. We now know that...
There are multiple reasons why your pet should be microchipped.
One of our whiskerDocs team members has quite the little pet menagerie at home, including 2 dogs, 3 cats, and a house rabbit. The rabbit, however, inspired this post, because even though we focus on dogs and cats here, we have a love of all...
Spring has finally arrived, Easter is right around the corner and the signs of new life make us feel happy and invigorated. It’s a great time of year for us and our pets, but along with it come some potential hazards worth mentioning.
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The concerned voice I was hearing through my headset wasn’t unusual. Many pet parents call every day with concerns about their beloved furry children. However, this particular call reminded me of one of my greatest pet peeves.
The question...
The holiday season brings gift giving, and many people consider the possibility of giving a pet as a gift. After all, a pet is a wonderful addition to any family, bringing fun, laughter, and lots of joy all year round. But pets also bring a lot...