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 […]
The Sweet Smoosh: Keeping Brachycephalic Breeds Safe in the Heat

The Sweet Smoosh: Keeping Brachycephalic Breeds Safe in the Heat

That adorable face looking up at you with total and complete devotion is off-the-charts cute, but the same features that endear brachycephalic breeds are also responsible for certain health challenges. Pugs, Persians, and Pekingese are just a few of these popular flat-faced pets, but all pets with similar facial characteristics are susceptible to respiratory problems […]
Protect Your Pet From Mosquito Bites

Protect Your Pet From Mosquito Bites

For most folks, summer is full of sunshine, laughter, and good times. For pet owners, it’s a maddening season of pests, pests, and more pests. While we advocate for year round parasite prevention, these hot, bug-filled months require special attention. While it may be relatively easy to combat ticks and fleas, it can be more […]
Listen Up! The Importance of Keeping Pet Ears Clean

Listen Up! The Importance of Keeping Pet Ears Clean

Much like dental care, pet ears can sometimes be a mystery to pet owners. It’s easy to assume our furry companions can clean their own ears, and if there’s a problem, we’d know it. In reality, dogs and cats need their ears cleaned periodically (especially dogs). This prevents infection and allows you to look for […]
Happiness Found: Why You Should Groom Your Cat

Happiness Found: Why You Should Groom Your Cat

There are many misconceptions about our feline friends. Most commonly, people believe that cats prefer to be alone, dislike exercise, and shun human efforts to train. However, of all the myths surrounding feline behavior, the most dangerous might be that cats don’t require grooming. With that specially barbed tongue, cats are fastidious self-cleaners, but for […]
The Big Picture: Our Best Remedies for Itchy Pets

The Big Picture: Our Best Remedies for Itchy Pets

Of all veterinary ailments, it’s easy to assume that treating the raw, inflamed skin of itchy pets is manageable – but determining specific triggers is anything but. Indeed, the only thing worse than a fiery skin attack is not knowing the reason behind such a fierce reaction. Unmistakable Signs We all know that animals lick […]
Fancy Feet: Pet Nail Trimming Basics

Fancy Feet: Pet Nail Trimming Basics

Have you looked at your pet’s nails lately? Nails that are too long can not only make walking uncomfortable for your pet, it can actually contribute to knee and hip problems by forcing your pet to walk on the outside of his or her paw pads. Many pet owners are understandably apprehensive about trimming their […]
Here’s Looking at You: Understanding Pet Eye Care

Here’s Looking at You: Understanding Pet Eye Care

Sometimes, it may come as a complete surprise to learn about a developing health problem or condition in your pet. However, when it comes to your pet’s eyes, any symptoms or changes are likely to be pretty obvious. Like all elements of pet wellness, preventive eye care is the best approach. We know you want […]
Arthritic Dogs: Encourage Better Mobility and Overall Health

Arthritic Dogs: Encourage Better Mobility and Overall Health

Arthritis is a common problem among senior dogs. Witnessing a beloved pet struggle with pain and discomfort can be heartbreaking, but advances in veterinary medicine have vastly improved the lives of many arthritic dogs. Keep reading to find out how you can help support a pet living with this condition. 10 Ways to Help an […]
Hoppy Spring: Pet Friendly Easter Ideas

Hoppy Spring: Pet Friendly Easter Ideas

From plush bunnies to candy-filled baskets, Easter can be one of the most whimsical holidays of the year. As a family-oriented holiday, you may be looking for some pet friendly Easter ideas that keep your pet both safe and included in the fun. That’s why the team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital has compiled the […]