Summer Heat Safety for Pets: Best Practices Inside and Outdoors

Summer Heat Safety for Pets: Best Practices Inside and Outdoors

The temperatures are kicking into high gear, and in our neck of the woods, that means seeking shade, a cool dip in the pool, or an ice cold treat. What does it mean for our pets, though? Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital is revisiting summer heat safety for pets, and we have a few tips for […]
The Great Escape: The Importance of Pet Microchips

The Great Escape: The Importance of Pet Microchips

Summer is the time for relaxing in your yard, hosting BBQs, and marveling over fireworks. Unfortunately, it’s also a time of year when pets tend to go missing after they escape from their homes or yards. It only takes a split second for your pet to scoot out a gate left open by the gardener, […]
Festive Thanksgiving Fare that is Safe for Pets

Festive Thanksgiving Fare that is Safe for Pets

Thanksgiving is a time for togetherness and sharing the seasonal harvest, and the team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital has some tips to help you include your pets safely in the celebration. Just be sure to mention to your guests that food sharing with Fifi is a no-no and that you already have a tempting, […]
Cat Wellness Care for Hoomans

Cat Wellness Care for Hoomans

We all know that doggos are the best, 12/10 paw-some. The dogtors at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital sez that cattos are pretty cool, too, though, and we are inclined to believe them. Did you know that even though dem purr-buckets say dem is okay, sometimes they need hoomans help, too? Lucky for you, we are […]
Well, Well, Well..ness Visits—Dog Wellness Visits Straight from the Pupper’s Mouth

Well, Well, Well..ness Visits—Dog Wellness Visits Straight from the Pupper’s Mouth

Doggo here, comin’ to talk to you about my frens at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital and how they work with my hoomans to keep me feelin’ goods so I can sniff, play, and cuddle every day. Although I might gives you a face when you say we goin’ to the vet, I know you are […]
Natural Snake Repellents Can Protect Your Pet

Natural Snake Repellents Can Protect Your Pet

Despite their reputation, snakes contribute to our ecology in important ways like helping to control rampant, disease-carrying, crop-destroying rodent populations. Fear and inexperience drives our perceptions of snakes, however, this doesn’t mean that snakes aren’t deserving of our consideration and respect. With natural snake repellents, pet owners can subtly drive snakes away while protecting their […]
My Pet Has Fleas! What Now?

My Pet Has Fleas! What Now?

Fleas are the bane of a pet owner’s existence. These creepy crawly creatures can elicit a shudder in even the bravest dog or cat parent. If your pet has the unfortunate experience of getting fleas, Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital wants to help you get rid of them as quickly as possible:
Boss Battles: What Do You When Your Dog Thinks He’s The Boss

Boss Battles: What Do You When Your Dog Thinks He’s The Boss

You pay the bills in your home, but if your dog thinks he’s the boss, it may not feel like you make all the decisions. A bossy dog might be the one setting your schedule, getting first-choice when it comes to where to sit, and pushing their noses into all of your business (literally). If […]
Fresh Home, Healthy Pet: Spring Cleaning Pet Safety Tips

Fresh Home, Healthy Pet: Spring Cleaning Pet Safety Tips

The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and your home is starting to have a layer of winter dust that might be making you itch to reach for the cleaning products. Spring is in the air and so is the need to clean your home to welcome the new season. Unfortunately, there are a […]
A Garden to Envy: How To Avoid Planting Toxic Plants For Pets

A Garden to Envy: How To Avoid Planting Toxic Plants For Pets

People who love to care for pets often love to care for plants. Although these caregiver instincts are pure, not all plants and pets can coexist peacefully and safely. Unfortunately, there are certain plants that are poisonous to our four-legged friends. There are indoor and outdoor toxic plants for pets, which means it is important […]