Cat Language: What Kitty is Trying to Tell You

Cat Language: What Kitty is Trying to Tell You

For pet owners, trying to decipher what their furry family member is communicating is a daily part of life with pets. Cats can be especially challenging, though, given their more reclusive nature. Cat language is subtle, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t constantly trying to communicate with us. With a little bit of practice, you […]
Can a Deaf Pet Have a Good Life? Absolutely!

Can a Deaf Pet Have a Good Life? Absolutely!

Special needs pets have, well, special places in our hearts. After all, they tend to have even more love to give and are equally (if not more) deserving of our admiration.  Indeed, despite significant physical challenges, an animal with a certain disability can stun us with their exceptional adaptations. A deaf pet, for example, can […]
Why Renting to Pet Owners Makes Sense

Why Renting to Pet Owners Makes Sense

According to the American Pet Products Association’s National Pet Owners Survey, roughly 50% of Americans own at least one pet – that’s 88.3 million dogs and 95.6 million cats in case you were wondering. Businesses have picked up on the fact that opening their doors to pets will increase their revenue, which is why more […]
Keeping Pets Safe From Snakes at Home

Keeping Pets Safe From Snakes at Home

Californians are fairly well-versed at looking out for snakes while enjoying our state’s open spaces – especially while hiking or camping with our pets. Even though we know we share a close proximity (sometimes too close!) to various types of wildlife, it’s often a surprise to run into snakes in our own backyards. Fortunately, most […]
Beating Heatstroke in Pets

Beating Heatstroke in Pets

Summer may be winding down, but in our neck of the woods the heat is far from over. High temperatures will continue for weeks, if not months, and keeping our pets (and ourselves) protected from heat-related dangers should remain a top priority. Because pets don’t regulate their internal temperature as efficiently as humans (think panting […]
Keep Your Dog Safe at the Beach

Keep Your Dog Safe at the Beach

Who doesn’t love a trip to the coast? It’s a wonderful way for us to escape the summer heat or winter blahs and is, of course, best shared with our furry four-legged family members. But, are there specific things to know to keep your dog safe at the beach?  Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital is your […]
A Stinky Situation: What to Do if Your Pet is Sprayed By a Skunk

A Stinky Situation: What to Do if Your Pet is Sprayed By a Skunk

Oh, the unmistakable aroma of that stinky spray from a skunk’s backside, and almost always at the most inconvenient of times! Dogs and skunks tend to meet more often than we would like, and once they do our pets often bring home that lingering smell as a  souvenir.  The staff at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital […]
Hitting the Jackpot Through Loving Senior Cat Care

Hitting the Jackpot Through Loving Senior Cat Care

If you’ve had your cat since they were a kitten, you might look back at those early years with nostalgia. Yet, there’s really nothing like living in syncopation with an older cat. They might be set in their ways, sure, but they are also carefully attuned with the rhythms and patterns of the household.  However […]
Intestinal Parasites in Pets: Protecting Our Furry Loved Ones

Intestinal Parasites in Pets: Protecting Our Furry Loved Ones

When we think of parasites and pets, fleas, ticks, and heartworm usually come to mind. Indeed, these organisms are the cause of much misery for both animals and people, and it makes sense to keep our pets protected year-round with the use of prescription parasite preventive medications. Intestinal parasites in pets are also an important […]
When It Comes to Wildlife, Keep an Eye on Pet Safety

When It Comes to Wildlife, Keep an Eye on Pet Safety

It can be thrilling to catch a glimpse of a wild animal, but unless you are at a safe distance their actions can be highly unpredictable and incredibly dangerous. Raccoons, skunks, foxes, porcupines, and opossums are certainly not rarities, but neither are local sightings of rattlesnakes, bears, coyotes, cougars, and various birds of prey. The […]