Going Out of Town? Check Your Pet Emergency Plan

Going Out of Town? Check Your Pet Emergency Plan

Having an emergency involving your pet is bad enough, but having one when you are not there is even worse. It is important to have a plan in place in the event of an animal emergency. If you are going out of town and leaving your pet in the care of someone else, it is […]
‘Tis the Season: Your Guide to the Best Pet Gifts of 2016

‘Tis the Season: Your Guide to the Best Pet Gifts of 2016

The holiday shopping season has begun in earnest, and if you’re like the majority of pet owners in the United States, your pets are included in your gift list. With so many amazing options when it comes to pet toys, treats, and gadgets available, it’s hard to narrow it down to just one (or three!). […]
New Traditions: Suggestions for Sharing Thanksgiving With Your Pet

New Traditions: Suggestions for Sharing Thanksgiving With Your Pet

Everything about Thanksgiving is tantalizing – for pets and people alike. That’s why it only makes sense to share Thanksgiving with your pet. Celebrating together is the best when you can both indulge in rich, buttery casseroles and toast all that you’re grateful for with a glass of hard cider. Wait! That’s not right! In […]
Such Great Heights: What You Can Do to Support Senior Cat Health

Such Great Heights: What You Can Do to Support Senior Cat Health

If you’ve lived with your senior cat since their infancy, you likely know them really well. You know their preferences and capabilities – and you know when something isn’t right. Watching for any signs of change (even the most subtle) can make a huge difference to overall senior cat health. Early detection and intervention are […]
Avoid Pancreatitis in Pets This Holiday Season

Avoid Pancreatitis in Pets This Holiday Season

Around the holidays, many pets are at an increased risk of food-related complications, including pancreatitis in pets. However, few owners understand pancreatitis in pets and how to prevent this potentially devastating illness. To keep the holidays merry and bright, the team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital encourages you to brush up on the risks of […]
It’s Elementary, Mr. Whiskers: The Best Cat Names of 2016

It’s Elementary, Mr. Whiskers: The Best Cat Names of 2016

The popular animated Disney film The Aristocats is great for a lot of reasons (the music, the compelling plight against a selfish butler, a charming version of Paris), but the names of the characters are all, quite simply, spot-on. O’Malley, Roquefort, Scat Cat, Frou-Frou, Edgar, and Berlioz are so perfectly named, and they are the […]
Crossroads: Saying Goodbye to a Pet is Never Easy

Crossroads: Saying Goodbye to a Pet is Never Easy

If we had our druthers, we would hold on to each and every pet forever. We make such powerful connections with our pets, it’s difficult and painful to accept that they, too, are on a journey toward the end of life. In spite of worrisome signs of pain, sickness, and suffering, pet owners want to […]
The Real Joy of the Human-Animal Bond

The Real Joy of the Human-Animal Bond

If it seems like pet owners are happier and healthier individuals, it’s because they are! Pets bring a lot of joy and affection to our lives, which contributes to overall mental and physical health. If you’ve been thinking about adopting a pet, just consider all the benefits that come with the human-animal bond. A Healthy […]
The Slobber Face: Why do Dogs Like to Lick?

The Slobber Face: Why do Dogs Like to Lick?

If you’re a dog owner (or dog lover!), you’ve probably noticed that dogs seem to explore the world tongue-first. From licking their own paws to trying to give their owners a bath, it’s clear that dogs like to lick. While we know canines enjoy this activity, there remains some mystery as to why they do […]
A Sticky Situation: Gastrointestinal Blockages in Pets

A Sticky Situation: Gastrointestinal Blockages in Pets

Pets eat all sorts of strange things. From cotton swabs to even rocks, we have seen it all. Many times (probably more than we know), these foreign objects pass through pets without any trouble whatsoever. Sometimes, though, things get stuck. Learn about gastrointestinal blockages in pets and what can be done. When Gastrointestinal Blockages in […]