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In the 1950s, declawing was common in the US and Canada to remove indoor cats' claws. But as veterinary medicine has evolved, declawing has fallen out of favor. Maryland and New York have passed declawing bans, and eleven cities (including Denver) have also banned...

Let's talk about Chihuahuas! DNA suggests that Chihuahuas entered North America from Siberia roughly 10,000 years ago.  From there, historians credit the Aztec empire for refining the breed into the Chihuahua we know now. In 1904 a Chihuahua named Midget was the first...

2023 is here, and most of us are thinking about what New Year's resolutions we want to make for this upcoming year. But how about making some changes to benefit our furry friends? Here are three resolutions to keep your pets safe and healthy this year! Get your pet...

As we approach the holidays, we all want to find the perfect gift for family and friends. However, despite all the cute videos we see on social media of surprising a family member with a cute puppy or kitten, giving a pet for the holidays is rarely a good idea....

Study finds vets (like ours) that have practiced in high quality, high volume spay and neuter clinics for cats and dogs have consistently lower complication rates than low volume clinics.  They are even approaching, and in some cases at the very low level of problems...

MMP vs. TPLO   Did you know your pup can tear ligaments in their knees just like humans? The canine version of the ACL is called the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). Partial and complete tears of the CCL can affect dogs of all shapes, sizes, and breeds. Jumping,...

Patella Luxation Repair   Does your pet occasionally hop or have difficulty bearing weight on their legs? This could be a sign your pet is suffering from kneecap displacement, also known as patella luxation. Patella luxation repair is an orthopedic surgery that...

What is Perineal Urethrostomy Surgery? Perineal urethrostomy surgery (often shortened to PU) is a surgical procedure that changes the male cat’s urethra to make it easier to urinate. Perineal urethrostomy surgery is often recommended after having multiple urinary...

Feast Without Fear: How to Make a Safe Thanksgiving Feast for Your Pet Thanksgiving is a drool-worthy holiday, but it’s not just people who overeat during the festivities. Pets also may overindulge, and too much of a good thing can lead to a messy outcome, like...

Our feline friends are some of the most curious and personality-packed pets around. Nothing beats seeing your kitty companion scaling your furniture and seeing them explore the hidden wonders around your home. That’s why you should make this year’s National Cat Day on...