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Becky Lundgren, DVM Summer is full of celebrations involving fireworks. Canada has Canada Day on July 1, the USA has Independence Day on July 4, and France has Bastille

Halloween may be a barrel of laughs for people who love to dress up in costumes and party, but most pets aren't quite as fond of the holiday as

Pet owners want to do what's best for their pets in case of a disaster. For reasons related to health and space, pets are sometimes not allowed in public

An abscess forms when an infected bite wound heals over on its surface thus sealing the deeper infection inside. Fever is generated as the infection incubates. Diseased tissue and

Sanitizing and Disinfecting the Environment after Parvovirus in Dogs Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious virus. Young, old, unvaccinated, or immune-compromised dogs are particularly susceptible. Parvo, as it is

What is Chagas Disease? One of the more serious threats to dogs in Texas is a very little-known disease called Chagas. It is a disease that has been increasingly

National Pet Month’s Guide To Fit, Healthy and Happy Pets During the pandemic, there has been a lot of focus on keeping in good shape. Being overweight can lead

The veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline receive hundreds of calls this time of year from pet owners and veterinarians concerning cats that have ingested Easter lilies. “Unbeknownst to many pet

At Home  Harmful poisons exist in your home and yard is the first step to keeping your pet safe.  Some of them are very obvious and others might be

The dangers extreme cold poses to humans are well known – hypothermia, frostbite, dry skin, breathing problems, increased risk of heart attack, and more. But do you know that