My Pet Eats Grass… Are They Okay?

My Pet Eats Grass… Are They Okay?

Most pet owners get used to their pets eating weird stuff. Between sticks, socks, rotten food, and waste, we can hardly be surprised by their odd cuisine choices. Of course, we want to be sure that nothing they ingest can cause dangerous intestinal obstruction, or increase choking or poisoning risks. What happens when your pet starts […]
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. […]
Veterinary Hospital Lobby Etiquette 101

Veterinary Hospital Lobby Etiquette 101

If you’ve spent any time with us at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, you know your pet’s safety and comfort is extremely important to us. Each pet patient begins their experience in our lobby, and the time spent in this area can make or break the rest of their appointment. Unnecessary stress or excitement can result […]
Ask a Vet: Do Pets Watch TV?

Ask a Vet: Do Pets Watch TV?

TV shows and commercials aren’t geared toward pets, but that doesn’t mean they don’t watch TV. Many pets glance at the screen, react to the sights and sounds of animals on TV, and may even become as captivated by the latest Netflix series as we are. But when pets watch TV, do they understand what […]
A Look at Funny Pets: Do They Actually Have a Sense of Humor?

A Look at Funny Pets: Do They Actually Have a Sense of Humor?

You could spend an entire day watching all the funny animal videos online and still not see them all. Whether it’s cats, dogs, llamas, or lizards, the undeniable fact is: animals are funny! The question is, though, do they know they’re funny? In other words, do funny pets realize – and have full authority over […]
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 […]
Will Your Pet’s Behavior Change When The Kids Return To School?

Will Your Pet’s Behavior Change When The Kids Return To School?

Getting back into the swing of the academic schedule can come with a high learning curve – and not only for your kids. Your family pet may have opinions that differ from the typical zeal for new school shoes, sweater weather, and upcoming fall holidays. But don’t despair! There are ways you can help your […]
Crate Training a Cat: Yes, It’s Possible!

Crate Training a Cat: Yes, It’s Possible!

Let’s face it; when most of us think about crate training, we associate the practice with dogs. But cats? Not so much. Contrary to what you might think, crate training cats is a real and doable thing. Not only that, but doing so is in your cat’s best interest. Much like dogs, crate training cats […]