Do you have both dogs and cats? Or are you considering adding a dog to a kitty-only household, or vice versa? While many of our furry patients get along just fine with their four-legged roommates, sometimes cats and dogs fight like, well, cats and dogs. Below, a Portland, OR vet discusses helping Fluffy and Fido get along. Making The Right Match Before adopting another pet, it’s very important to consider the size, age, temperament, and … Read More
Do you have a dog? Man’s Best Friend is a wonderful friend and companion, but taking care of him is a lot of work. We can help! Read on as a Portland, OR vet offers some helpful dog care hacks. Bathtime Does your pet run and hide when he hears the word ‘Bath’? Call Fido into the bathroom, have him jump into the tub, and then offer him a yummy snack. After a few weeks … Read More
January is Walk Your Pet Month—if you own a dog, it’s important to consider a few things when walking your canine companion. There’s more to it than snapping on the leash and heading out! Learn more below from a vet in Portland, OR: Basic Commands Your dog should know a basic recall command like “stay” or “come” so that you can keep your pet nearby during walks. You don’t want your dog darting off after … Read More
Does your dog come when you call him? Or does Fido just ignore you, and go about his business? Proper training is very important, not only for good doggy manners, but for safety purposes as well. If your pup doesn’t know basic obedience, he may need to go back to school! Below, a Portland, OR vet offers some helpful dog training tips. Furriculum Every dog should know simple commands such as Sit, Stay, Come, Heel, … Read More
Do you enjoy hiking? Fido certainly does! In fact, Man’s Best Friend loves to visit new places, and sniff new patches of grass. Dogs can make wonderful hiking companions! Just be sure to always put Fido’s safety first. Read on for some great advice on hiking with your canine pal in this article from a Portland, OR veterinarian. Supplies You’ll need to bring along some basic supplies for Fido. Pack food, treats, a leash, waste … Read More
Emergencies are frightening not only because of the danger they pose, but because you simply have no way of knowing when one might occur. The best thing to do is be prepared! Here, your Gresham, OR veterinarian tells you what to include in a pet emergency kit. First-Aid Essentials First-aid supplies will make up most of your pet’s emergency kit. Include gauze, bandages, adhesive tape, a disinfectant, tweezers, scissors, a few towels, a styptic powder … Read More
Is your cat entering her golden years? Our senior cats can use a little help to make their lives easier. Try these suggestions from your Gresham, OR veterinarian to pamper your aging feline friend. Massage Massage therapy has proven quite useful for pets of all ages, and it will certainly benefit your senior cat. It’s a great way to soothe aching muscles and tired joints, and is particularly helpful for cats suffering from arthritis. Ask … Read More
Sadly, many wonderful and loving pets are abandoned by their human families when they being to grow old. These sweet animals generally end up in shelters, and are often very frightened, confused, and depressed by the sudden and harsh change in their lives. What is even more heartbreaking is that these loving pets are frequently passed by in favor of younger dogs. Senior dogs not only make excellent pets, they are sometimes actually a better … Read More
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