Common Household Items That Can be Dangerous or Toxic to Pets

Common Household Items That Can be Dangerous or Toxic to Pets

When you become a pet parent, all you want to do is keep your precious fur baby safe from harm. But pets are curious creatures with incredibly strong noses (dogs) and an unmatched ability to leap onto your countertops (cats). How can we keep our furry explorers from the dangerous household items that can hurt […]
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 […]
Is It True? Top Five Pet Toxins You May Not Know About 

Is It True? Top Five Pet Toxins You May Not Know About 

When a pet comes in after eating something poisonous, many owners are surprised. Not just by the fact that their pets ate something they shouldn’t have, but also because it’s something the owner never knew would cause harm. Toxic foods and substances, along with plants, are not as uncommon in the home and yard as […]
The Dangers of Vaping Around Pets 

The Dangers of Vaping Around Pets 

There has been a lot of attention given to the dangers of vaping for those who thought it to be a safe alternative to cigarettes. As we now know, vaping and its byproducts have the power to harm through the inhalation of chemicals. While the spotlight has been on the impact on humans, there should […]
Not So Sweet: Xylitol Poisoning in Pets

Not So Sweet: Xylitol Poisoning in Pets

When you think of pet toxins, items like antifreeze and chocolate probably come to mind. Those things are definitely high on the list of “no-no’s” when it comes to your pet, but one of the most dangerous pet toxins can be found in your pantry, fridge, or medicine cabinet without you even realizing it. Xylitol, […]
Outdoor Pet Toxins To Watch Out For

Outdoor Pet Toxins To Watch Out For

Spring is in the air, and thoughts are turning towards all things green – the lawn, the garden, the shrubs and flowers, and all the fulfilling work that goes along with keeping those living things beautiful. Unfortunately, encouraging new growth while keeping unwanted plants and insects at bay often involves the use of chemicals that […]
Rodenticide Poisoning in Pets

Rodenticide Poisoning in Pets

No one wants mice, rats, gophers, or other critters invading their home or yard. Rodenticides are chemicals used to kill these small animals, but unfortunately, anything that can kill a rodent can also kill a dog or cat. Rodenticide poisoning in pets is a serious problem, and the team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital wants […]
Using Essential Oils on Pets: Is It Safe?

Using Essential Oils on Pets: Is It Safe?

By now, most of us have heard about, or use, essential oils. These highly concentrated liquids from plants (also known as volatile organic compounds) have long been used in aromatherapy and alternative medicine. Recently, they have become popular for use in cleaning products, herbal remedies, personal care products, food and drink flavorings, and more. Humans […]
Human Medications: Common Culprits of Pet Poisonings

Human Medications: Common Culprits of Pet Poisonings

Certain pharmaceuticals have the potential to bring us great relief. From headaches and allergies to congestion and depression, human medications ease symptoms and eliminate pain. But when half of all pet poisonings are related to them, it’s time for drastic measures to protect your pet. Script or Not Prescription medications aren’t necessarily more toxic to […]
Spring Clean Safely with Our Pet-Friendly Cleaning Tips

Spring Clean Safely with Our Pet-Friendly Cleaning Tips

There’s no doubt that pets, as wonderful as they are, contribute significantly to the amount of dirt, debris, and, of course, fur that accumulates in our homes. Keeping a house clean when you are a pet owner is a daily challenge, and to make matters worse, many commercial cleaning products can be hazardous to our […]