On the Road Again: Your Pet Travel Safety Checklist

On the Road Again: Your Pet Travel Safety Checklist

Spring and summer are travel seasons, and for many families, leaving a beloved fur friend behind is out of the question. Of course, bringing a pet along for the ride has its challenges, and being prepared is important when it comes to their safety and comfort. Whether you’re headed to the mountains or the ocean, […]
What’s that SSSSound? Snake Safety for Pets 101

What’s that SSSSound? Snake Safety for Pets 101

The sight of a snake slithering across their path evokes a variety of responses in people. While some of us appreciate their beauty and power, many of us react with fear or even panic. Of the roughly 35 species of snakes in California, six of them are highly venomous, making snake safety for pets an […]
Outdoor Pet Toxins To Watch Out For

Outdoor Pet Toxins To Watch Out For

Spring is in the air, and thoughts are turning towards all things green – the lawn, the garden, the shrubs and flowers, and all the fulfilling work that goes along with keeping those living things beautiful. Unfortunately, encouraging new growth while keeping unwanted plants and insects at bay often involves the use of chemicals that […]
Rodenticide Poisoning in Pets

Rodenticide Poisoning in Pets

No one wants mice, rats, gophers, or other critters invading their home or yard. Rodenticides are chemicals used to kill these small animals, but unfortunately, anything that can kill a rodent can also kill a dog or cat. Rodenticide poisoning in pets is a serious problem, and the team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital wants […]
The Basics: Year Round Pet Paw Care to Keep Little Feet Happy

The Basics: Year Round Pet Paw Care to Keep Little Feet Happy

It’s not unusual to completely forget about something until there’s a problem with it. Like the saying goes “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, we are all accustomed to prioritizing needs in order of what’s pressing or necessary in the moment. Pet paw care can sometimes fit in this category, but ignoring your pet’s […]
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 […]
Canine Coworkers: Modern Jobs for Working Dogs

Canine Coworkers: Modern Jobs for Working Dogs

Most of us don’t think of our dogs as “workers,” but in reality dogs have toiled alongside humans for thousands of years. Indeed, our society would be quite different were it not for the tireless devotion of our canine companions. In today’s world, dogs are relied upon regularly to perform important and even life-saving tasks […]
BOOM! Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital’s Top 10 Pet Care Blogs Of 2018

BOOM! Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital’s Top 10 Pet Care Blogs Of 2018

Another year has come to a close, and for many of us this is a time to reflect on the past twelve months, and to ponder what can be done to make the coming year even better. As exciting as it can be to forge ahead with new resolutions in 2019, taking a moment to […]
Outside, but Protected: The Secret to Feline Enrichment 

Outside, but Protected: The Secret to Feline Enrichment 

Despite the fact that it’s the best choice for long-term health, many cat owners feel guilty keeping their cat indoors. Certainly, indoor-only cats are much less likely to be exposed to injury or illness, but does their health come at the expense of their happiness? Without daily feline enrichment, quality of life can be diminished. […]
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 […]