Should Your Dog Stick Their Head Out the Car Window? Probably Not.

Should Your Dog Stick Their Head Out the Car Window? Probably Not.

It is one of those magical canine moments. The rush is full of olfactory stimulation. It is deeply satisfying and immensely enjoyable. What are we talking about? A ride in the car, of course!  Most dogs regard an open car door as the best invitation of all time. They willingly hop right in (as opposed […]
The Parched Pet: How to Keep Your Pet Hydrated

The Parched Pet: How to Keep Your Pet Hydrated

Heat and humidity make it hard for most of us to stay cool and hydrated, especially when we are outdoors and exercising. It’s no surprise that many of us don’t get enough water each day to adequately stay refreshed and hydrated.  Proper hydration is also a need for our four-legged friends. Drinking enough water keeps […]
On The Prowl: The Risks of Leaving Your Cat Out All Night

On The Prowl: The Risks of Leaving Your Cat Out All Night

It goes without saying that cats are safer indoors, but every neighborhood has cats that live both indoors and outside. Outdoor cats certainly enjoy more freedoms than their indoor counterparts, but that freedom comes at a cost, especially for those being let out overnight. What Are Outdoor Cats Doing All Night? Cats are crepuscular, meaning […]
Whoopsy Daisy! Pet-Friendly Flowers To Plant in Baskets and Pots

Whoopsy Daisy! Pet-Friendly Flowers To Plant in Baskets and Pots

Gardening is on most people’s minds right now. While always a wonderful hobby with plenty of life-sustaining impact, planting seeds and starts is now a way toward food safety and stability. Luckily, our plant hardiness zone (9b) allows for a long growing season, full of sunshine and warmth.  But beyond food, we all need pops […]
Finding The Perfect Pet Friendly Hotel

Finding The Perfect Pet Friendly Hotel

Traveling with a dog or cat can certainly be challenging, but for many pet owners, leaving home without Fido or Fluffy in tow is unthinkable. Fortunately, the hotel industry has sat up and taken notice of the rise in travelers with pets, and many now advertise themselves as “pet friendly”. But what does this term […]
Fun With April Fools Day Pet Pranks 

Fun With April Fools Day Pet Pranks 

April Fools Day can be a lot of fun, and thanks to the Internet there’s no end of ideas for pranks to play on family and friends. At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital we believe that April 1st isn’t just for people – check out the fun April Fools Day pet pranks we’ve come up with […]
A Microscopic Menace: Giardia in Dogs 

A Microscopic Menace: Giardia in Dogs 

Your pet can’t possibly have parasites – after all you haven’t seen anything in their stool. Right?  Well, if you think that you can see all pet parasites with your naked eye, you would be mistaken. There are actually quite a few intestinal parasites that you can’t see without the aid of a microscope. At […]
Taming the Toy Terrorist: Why Your Dog’s Obsessed with Toy Stuffing 

Taming the Toy Terrorist: Why Your Dog’s Obsessed with Toy Stuffing 

Have you ever spent time carefully and lovingly selecting the perfect adorable toy for your dog, only to come home shortly after to a massacre? Most dogs love toys, but many of them are “toy terrorists”, decimating their beloved belongings for seemingly no reason.  So just why are some dogs obsessed with toy stuffing? Is […]
Is It True? Top Five Pet Toxins You May Not Know About 

Is It True? Top Five Pet Toxins You May Not Know About 

When a pet comes in after eating something poisonous, many owners are surprised. Not just by the fact that their pets ate something they shouldn’t have, but also because it’s something the owner never knew would cause harm. Toxic foods and substances, along with plants, are not as uncommon in the home and yard as […]
Feral Cats May Be Ubiquitous, but Do They Need Our Help? 

Feral Cats May Be Ubiquitous, but Do They Need Our Help? 

Alley ways, country lanes, suburban streets, and urban boulevards all have something in common: they are thoroughfares for feral cats.  The differences between feral cats and the ones we live with are striking. They are extremely skittish and fearful of humans, but instead of earning their reputations as public nuisances, they are at risk of […]