It’s a Wrap! Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital’s Top 10 Pet Care Blogs of 2017

It’s a Wrap! Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital’s Top 10 Pet Care Blogs of 2017

Scrolling through our pet care blog, we can’t help but pat ourselves on the back for the sheer variety of topics at hand. Of course, the typical pet care subjects will always be relevant, such as parasite prevention, the importance of dental care, and how to maintain a healthy weight. However, depending on the time […]
In With the New: New Year’s Resolutions for Pets

In With the New: New Year’s Resolutions for Pets

Have you made your new year’s resolutions yet? With 2017 winding down, many of us turn to the coming year with new energy and ready to tackle new goals. Why not set aside a few new year’s resolutions for your pets, too? If you haven’t thought about this yet, have no fear! We’ve got 5 […]
Scaredy-Cat: What To Do About Cat Anxiety

Scaredy-Cat: What To Do About Cat Anxiety

Are you living with a fearful feline? A trembling tomcat? A cowardly kitten? Cat anxiety is no laughing matter, especially when it interferes with a happy home and a harmonious relationship with your pet. Helping our readers learn about cat anxiety is important to us, and we are confident that our tips can help you […]
Snug as a Bug: Choosing the Right Pet Bed and Furnishings

Snug as a Bug: Choosing the Right Pet Bed and Furnishings

A pet bed is just a pet bed, right? …Er, not so much. In fact, like our own preferences for a bed or other furnishings around the house, your pet also needs an individualized approach to their bed and other home furnishings. This is not just a matter of ‘comfy and cozy’ alone, but also […]
Aquatic Spirochetes: What Every Pet Owner Should Know About Leptospirosis

Aquatic Spirochetes: What Every Pet Owner Should Know About Leptospirosis

If we had to choose, would we decide to share all illnesses with our pets? Of course not! Luckily, most health problems are not contagious between the species, but in the case of a zoonotic disease, humans can get very sick from their pets. Leptospirosis is definitely one illness that you don’t want to mess […]
Arthritis in Pets: Helping Them Cope

Arthritis in Pets: Helping Them Cope

Arthritis in pets is surprisingly common, and can be just as much of a problem for our four-legged friends as it is for humans. Arthritis is more frequently seen in senior pets, but it can affect an animal at any age. There are several types of arthritis in pets, osteoarthritis being the most common form. […]
Can My Pet Catch a Cold? Upper Respiratory Infections in Pets

Can My Pet Catch a Cold? Upper Respiratory Infections in Pets

Very few of us escape catching a cold every now and then, and if your pet has been sneezing, sniffling, or coughing, it may be tempting to just chalk it up to a head cold. While pets do experience illnesses that can seem like a cold, these symptoms are often much more serious than the […]
Pet Weight Loss: Making 2017 the Best Year ever for Your Pet

Pet Weight Loss: Making 2017 the Best Year ever for Your Pet

Many of us start a new year with a list of resolutions aimed at improving our health. We ponder lofty goals, such as losing weight, quitting smoking, and finally reading War and Peace. But, how about considering a new approach to your pet’s health and wellness alongside your own aspirations? With the obesity epidemic on […]
Happy and Full: A New View Of Our Top 10 Pet Care Blogs

Happy and Full: A New View Of Our Top 10 Pet Care Blogs

It is with a full and happy heart that we look back on the previous 12 months. Sure, it’s been a year of surprises, but we continue to provide the best possible veterinary care to our growing community of clients and patients. And you know what? It’s been a great honor! As your local veterinary […]
The Importance of Poop: Pet Fecal Testing

The Importance of Poop: Pet Fecal Testing

Your pet’s bowel movements may not be the most pleasant part of pet ownership, but poop is important. A stool sample can tell us a lot about an animal’s overall health, digestive function, and parasite status, and can hold a wealth of clues when it comes to diagnosing and treating illness. Learn why your vets […]