Why You Should Use Pet Sunscreen and Bug Spray

Why You Should Use Pet Sunscreen and Bug Spray

Summer fun in Northern California means trail trekking, backyard BBQs, and spending plenty of time outdoors with our pets. And while you’re lathering up with sunscreen and spritzing on bug spray, it’s important to remember that our four-legged friends need the same protection from the sun and biting bugs.  At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital + […]
Harmful BBQ Foods You Shouldn’t Feed to Your Pet 

Harmful BBQ Foods You Shouldn’t Feed to Your Pet 

Nothing says summer like the smoky sizzle of a backyard barbecue. As friends and family gather for grilled goodness, it’s easy to forget that not everything on your plate is safe to share with your four-legged companions. At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital + Urgent Care, we love a good cookout just as much as you […]
Holiday Spirit: Ways to Give Back to Local Animal Shelters

Holiday Spirit: Ways to Give Back to Local Animal Shelters

Make this the merriest of pet holidays for animals still awaiting their furever families by showing your support for local pet shelters. Many cat shelters and dog shelters welcome donations of basic supplies as well as the kindness of your time and TLC. Here are some suggestions from our team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital […]
The Importance of Microchipping Your Pet Before the Holiday Season

The Importance of Microchipping Your Pet Before the Holiday Season

The holiday season can be a hectic time for pet owners. There’s travel, there’s guests going in and out of your house, and sometimes there’s a giant tree in the house all of a sudden. It’s a lot for your pet to handle. That’s why microchipping pets is so important during the holiday season. If […]
Holiday Travel with Pets

Holiday Travel with Pets

If you’re planning to pack your bags and your pets this holiday season, our team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital has some helpful hints for holiday travel with pets to start your journey on the right paw.
Grateful for a New Friend: Adopting a Pet This Thanksgiving

Grateful for a New Friend: Adopting a Pet This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude, good food, and family gatherings. It’s also a season that inspires people to open their hearts and homes to those in need…including pets! If you’ve been considering adding a furry friend to your family, Thanksgiving might be the perfect time to take this big step. Adopting a pet for […]
Sizzling Summer Safety: Essential Strategies for Keeping Your Dog Cool

Sizzling Summer Safety: Essential Strategies for Keeping Your Dog Cool

The dog days of summer are in full swing, and while you’re having fun in the sun with your canine companion, it’s important to protect your pooch from high temps and intense UV rays. Our team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital wants all pet families to know how to recognize heatstroke in pets and, most […]
Peaceful Pets: Creating a Safe Haven for Your Furry Companions on July 4th

Peaceful Pets: Creating a Safe Haven for Your Furry Companions on July 4th

Summer is about spending time outside with those we love—which more often than not includes our pets. While the 4th of July really serves as the epitome of summer, it can be quite scary for our pets. Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital is here with some tips to help you make this holiday safe and comfortable […]
Winter Wonderland Safety: Protecting Your Pets During the Holidays

Winter Wonderland Safety: Protecting Your Pets During the Holidays

The very things that make the holidays special can be the same ones responsible for endangering our pets. Between all the risks for pancreatitis, missing or lost pets, poisonings, entanglement, or GI obstruction, the magic of the season can become utterly nightmarish. Veterinary emergencies spike during the holiday season, but with a healthy dose of […]
The Best Gifts for Your Pets This Holiday Season

The Best Gifts for Your Pets This Holiday Season

The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and if you’re still stumped for the perfect present to give your pet, let the team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital help! We’ve put together some of our picks for best selling pet products as well as trending pet products and services. Whether you’re gearing up to […]