Winter Pet Activities to Keep Up Until Spring

Winter Pet Activities to Keep Up Until Spring

The holidays are long-gone, but that doesn’t mean seasonal liberation is on the horizon. Instead, we must endure short, overcast, chilly days until the trees and flowers begin to bloom in 2-3 months. Like kids, pets can start to feel a bit antsy this time of year. Luckily, there are some worthwhile winter pet activities […]
A Broken Heart: Exploring the Link Between Grain-Free Diets and Cardiac Disease in Dogs

A Broken Heart: Exploring the Link Between Grain-Free Diets and Cardiac Disease in Dogs

As pet owners and animal lovers, we want the best for our furry family members. That means feeding them a high-quality, nutritious diet. With major advances in our understanding of pet nutrition and a broader availability of commercial pet food, this task has has never been easier. Human diet trends, such as paleo, organic, vegetarian, […]
National Pet Diabetes Month is Coming Up!

National Pet Diabetes Month is Coming Up!

Nationwide, it is estimated that 1 in 300 adult dogs and 1 in 230 adult cats have diabetes. These may seem like staggering statistics, but as the numbers of affected pets rise, more people are becoming aware and educated about the prevalence of the disease. With National Pet Diabetes Month, we hope to help pet […]
What Every Pet Owner Should Know About Pets and People Food

What Every Pet Owner Should Know About Pets and People Food

There’s no question that a high-quality, nutritionally balanced, life-stage appropriate pet food is the ideal diet for any pet. Although our companions don’t need quite the same range of foods and nutrients that we do, adding some variety to their diet can be fun and easy (and healthy!). While pets and people food are generally […]
Cats and Milk: A Case of Lactose Intolerance

Cats and Milk: A Case of Lactose Intolerance

Would you feed a stray dog a full saucer of cow’s milk? Probably not. But a stray cat begging at the back door of a farm house will invariably be fed from a cow’s udder. This disparity between these two popular domestic mammals may cause some head-scratching, but despite the fact that cats cannot effectively […]
Good Manners, Good Fun: Dog Park Etiquette 101

Good Manners, Good Fun: Dog Park Etiquette 101

Rocklin, California is certainly a great place to live if you’re a dog. Our summers are beautiful, our winters are mild, and the opportunities for outdoor fun are endless. In fact, dog parks are often on the agenda for pets and owners alike, but are you and your dog observing proper dog park etiquette? Ready […]
How to Enrich Your Cat’s Environment

How to Enrich Your Cat’s Environment

Cats are naturally curious – we all know that! And it is true that indoor cats are safer and live longer lives than their outdoor counterparts. After all, they don’t have to contend with predators, cars, or other cat-induced injuries. However, how do we make sure that our feline friend doesn’t pine away at the […]
Essential Tips for Camping and Hiking with Your Dog

Essential Tips for Camping and Hiking with Your Dog

If you’re planning a great escape with your best fur friend, you’re in luck! Summer in our area brings ample opportunities to hike and camp. However, when it comes to your pet, you can never be too careful. Camping or hiking with your dog means taking extra precautions to protect their health and safety. Let’s […]
Therapeutic Diets for Pets: Why Nutrition Can Benefit Pets With Medical Conditions

Therapeutic Diets for Pets: Why Nutrition Can Benefit Pets With Medical Conditions

Pet food has come a long way from the table scraps people used to feed their pets. It wasn’t until the 20th century that the idea came along that, yes, pets also need the right nutrition. From organic options to grain-free foods, specialty diets now flood the market. In fact, the pet food aisle can […]
Help! I Have an Overweight Pet!

Help! I Have an Overweight Pet!

Have the winter blahs left your pet with a few extra pounds around the middle? Have you noticed that you both are sitting on the couch a wee bit too much? As we welcome the return of the longest (and sunniest) days of the year, it’s easier than ever to get motivated to shed those […]