The Compelling Canine: Fun Dog Facts

The Compelling Canine: Fun Dog Facts

You may think that you know (wo)man’s best friend, but even as veterinary professionals, the team at  Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital manages to learn new things about our canine companions from time to time. Want to know more? Here are a few of our favorite fun dog facts! Historical Hounds Dogs have been part of […]
It’s So Hot! Should You Shave Your Dog to Keep Them Cool?

It’s So Hot! Should You Shave Your Dog to Keep Them Cool?

For people, it makes sense to trim long hair during the hottest months of the year, but this is not the case for dogs. Instead of adding to their safety and comfort, shaving their coats too close to the skin not only exposes them more severely to the elements, but provides little defense against the […]
Shake and Bark: Why Does My Small Dog Tremble?

Shake and Bark: Why Does My Small Dog Tremble?

If your little dog shakes all of the time, even if it isn’t cold outside, you may wonder why. Small dogs who tremble are not uncommon and pet owners ask us about the reasons for this behavior. Trembling in dogs is caused by several factors, some of which can be physical or behavioral, or both. […]
The Pet Coworker: Helping Your Pet Behave While You Work from Home

The Pet Coworker: Helping Your Pet Behave While You Work from Home

It can be hard enough to stay focused when you work from home… Between piles of laundry, devices, the fridge, and so many other distractions, it’s a challenge to get work done.  Then, there is Fido and Fluffy and their attempts to get your attention every few minutes. Since many of us are working from […]
Cat School: Clicker Training for Cats

Cat School: Clicker Training for Cats

Training your cat, what?! The concept of teaching cats house rules may seem like a pipe dream or the stuff memes are made of. After all, cats do what they want, when they want… right?  People have varied opinions about cats that give way to myths, like cats are loners or cannot be trained. This […]
Your Puppy Pupil: Training a New Puppy

Your Puppy Pupil: Training a New Puppy

What could possibly be sweeter than a little puppy? If you are the proud pet parent of a new puppy, you are probably filled with excitement and wonder, as well as a little trepidation. Many pet owners jump at the chance to adopt a puppy, but then wonder how this tiny tot could be so […]
Real or Not? Separation Anxiety in Cats

Real or Not? Separation Anxiety in Cats

Separation anxiety is a common behavioral problem in dogs. At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital we have coached many dog owners through training techniques, outlined crate acclimation, and even prescribed medications to combat separation anxiety.  But surely this problem affects cats, too?  Despite their often confident demeanor and rap for being loners, separation anxiety in cats […]
Kitty Like to Claw? How You Can Deter Destructive Cat Scratching Behavior

Kitty Like to Claw? How You Can Deter Destructive Cat Scratching Behavior

Whether you have a vintage velvet sofa, or a worn out hand me down for a couch, you don’t want your furniture to become victims of your cat’s claws. They aren’t trying to make you mad, but cats must answer to their instincts. Despite the fact that most people find it irksome, cat scratching is […]
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 […]
Frito Bandito: What Does My Dog’s Paws Smell Like Corn Chips

Frito Bandito: What Does My Dog’s Paws Smell Like Corn Chips

If you have ever had the unfortunate whiff of your pet’s feet, it may have reminded you of something. That’s right, Frito’s! Many pet owners come to us asking why their dogs’ paws smell like corn chips. Is it just a thing with them? Is it an infection? Fungus?  This common quandary is one that […]