Meanwhile… Back at the Ranch

Meanwhile… Back at the Ranch

What Makes Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital Shine At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, we see ourselves as more than just a business. Having been a member of the Rocklin community for more than 20 years, we consider ourselves to be your friends, your neighbors, and (we hope) your other family doctor. From where we sit, you […]
Is It a Pet Emergency? Knowing How to Recognize and Respond to Your Pet’s Crisis

Is It a Pet Emergency? Knowing How to Recognize and Respond to Your Pet’s Crisis

While we hope you and your pet never have to face an emergency, we do believe that it is important to know how to recognize and respond to a pet emergency. Not all pet emergencies are as obvious as others, and knowing how to respond to your pet’s condition isn’t always as straightforward as you […]
The Coughing Kitty: Is it More Than a Hairball?

The Coughing Kitty: Is it More Than a Hairball?

Very few of us feline fanciers get away with not cleaning up a hairball or two (or two hundred) in our lifetime. You can hear it a mile away, that low hack that comes from the living room or on our bed with that fancy new quilt we just purchased… While it is easy to […]
Helping Your Pet Beat the Back-to-School Blues

Helping Your Pet Beat the Back-to-School Blues

There are very few things that tug on the heartstrings more than those big, sad eyes of a family pet when his or her best friends head back to school. All summer long, he or she has had the undivided attention of your kids – from numerous walks and Frisbee games to ample snuggle time […]
New Pet Parasite Prevention Options

New Pet Parasite Prevention Options

Parasites in pets are serious business. Some parasites, such as heartworms, can be deadly. Others, like fleas, are mostly just frustrating. Luckily, in modern veterinary medicine we have several options for pet parasite prevention, which will effectively prevent most parasite infections in our pets. While there are many options for pet parasite preventatives, we have […]
Fourth of July Pet Safety

Fourth of July Pet Safety

For many of us, the Fourth of July is the highlight of summer. The fun and festivities surrounding our Nation’s birth offer up a great opportunity to celebrate with friends and family, and it can be hard to resist leaving our pets behind on such a joyous day. Unfortunately, the Fourth of July is one […]
Myth vs. Fact About How to Remove Ticks

Myth vs. Fact About How to Remove Ticks

April through November brings the kind of weather that gets you outdoors with your pet, but those are also the months when the threat of ticks is at its highest. Ticks aren’t just present in tall grasses and heavily wooded areas, either. They are found throughout your yard and neighborhood, and can attach themselves at […]
Successfully Taking Your Dog to Work

Successfully Taking Your Dog to Work

For many of us, work can be a bit blah – and most of us agree that it would be much better if we had our favorite four-legged friend to keep us company as we trudged through the workday. If this pie-in-the sky idea sounds familiar, then you’re in luck! Here are tips for making […]
Kitty Come Home: Microchipping Your Cat

Kitty Come Home: Microchipping Your Cat

When we think about collars, ID tags, and microchips for our pets, it’s all too common to think only of our dogs. But the sad truth is, cats can get lost or stolen too; and without any form of identification, it’s extremely likely that your kitty won’t ever make it home. It is estimated that […]
How to Create a Pet Friendly Yard

How to Create a Pet Friendly Yard

As the weather keeps getting warmer, you and your pet will likely be spending more time outdoors in the months to come. So why not create a yard that you both will want to spend time in? Creating a pet friendly yard doesn’t have to be hard. Nor do you need a large yard in […]