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By: Norah Cyr Winter can be hard on us all, and we’ve all experienced the effects it can have on our pets. Cold bodies, chapped and broken foot pads. Luckily there are solutions that don’t have to include keeping them inside all winter long. This convenient gloss soothes chapped paws by protecting your pet’s pads…

By: Andrea Marshall Meet Callie! I first met Callie about a year ago, because she was limping and very painful in her hind end. When she arrived for her appointment, she weighed in at 74.7 lb. Callie’s exam with her veterinarian showed that her body condition score was measured at 8 points on a scale…

Obesity and Pets By: Dr. Courtney Sherlock It is common knowledge that our society is becoming more and more obese every year. Unfortunately this trend is also occurring with our furry family members as well. Although there is not always a connection between obesity in owners and obesity in pets, these animals are getting larger…

Effects of Obesity If your pet has a weight problem, it may be very detrimental to its health; and is responsible for many chronic medical problems. Problems Associated With Obesity Include Arthritis, “Slipped Disc,” and torn or strained ligaments. Respiratory problems associated with endurance and exercise. Heart problems from overwork. Liver Disease. Dystocia – difficulty…

Get with the Program! By Coleen Pride At E.P.V.V.H., we offer two weight loss programs for your pet. Many pet owners may notice, especially in the winter months, that their pets tend to gain weight. This may be due to lack of exercise (snow, salt etc…), or too many calories. ‘Project Pet Slim-down’ and the…

This story actually happened before Sheldon ever got injured. I had two cats at the time, Sheldon and Spencer. The whole pet insurance idea was something I heard about, but wasn’t very interested in at first, but that all changed when Spencer got sick, and the only way we would’ve been able to have a…

By: Dr. Karen Keizer If possible start training your cat when they are young to enjoy having their nails trimmed. Find a treat you kitten/cat really likes. Get your clippers out, and let your cat smell them and then give him/her a treat. I prefer this style of nail trimmers. I often sit on the floor and…

By: Dr. Courtney Sherlock November is senior pet month! Let’s celebrate our special silver furry friends. Arthritis: Did you know that 100% of cats over the age of 15 years have signs of osteoarthritis? Most people are aware of this condition in dogs but it is not one that is typically associated with cats. As…

By: Dr. Courtney Sherlock Three things must be present on a pet food label. Ingredient List: This lists all the ingredients that goes into making the food. They are listed in descending order by PRE-COOKED weight; the heaviest being first. Once the foods are cooked the weight can decrease greatly. For example most meats are…

Indoor Cats Need Stimulation, Exercise To Thrive By Dieter Kohlmaier, DVM Domestication of the cat occurred between 8,000 and 10,000 years ago. Despite this history, these common household pets have retained many instincts that served them well in the wild – and we need to understand these innate characteristics to avoid serious behavioral and health…