Category Archives: General Health

Pets and the COVID-19 – The Coronavirus Pandemic

Pets and the COVID-19 - Coronavirus Pandemic

What are pet owners’ most important considerations to keep their pets safe from the Coronavirus pandemic and how to stay busy with pets and live while under quarantine? The current coronavirus pandemic has alarmed pet owners worldwide. Experts continue to believe that pets, including dogs and cats, are not able to become infected nor are […]

News Flash: Testing Pets for The NEW Covid-19 Virus

Testing Pets for The NEW Covid-19 Virus

Pet owners concerned about whether or not their dog may have contracted COVID-19 can now get answers. Assuming you have a logical reason to back up your claim, call your veterinarian and ask for your dog to be tested.

Dr. Carol – Coronavirus News Flash to our Patients

Dr. Carol - Coronavirus News Flash to our Patients

A quick email to update you on the current protocol we have adopted in the face of the coronavirus concerns that are shared by all. Dr. Carol wants to ensure you that she is taking steps to be extra vigilant all throughout our Veterinary Clinic and has put many safeguards in place to protect our pet patient parents, and our staff.

Get a Jump on Spring Training with your Dog

Get a Jump on Spring Training with your Dog

Humans aren’t the only ones who tend to pack on a few extra pounds during the winter months. Our pets are susceptible to some unwanted weight gain as well. Being just ten percent overweight reduces your pet’s life span by one-third and predisposes him or her to a variety of disorders ranging from arthritis and diabetes to cancer and heart disease.

The 14 Biggest Dangers to Your Pets During the Holidays

The 14 Biggest Dangers to Your Pets During the Holidays

The holidays are a time of family gatherings, good cheer, and unfortunately for many pet owners, emergency trips to the veterinary hospital. That’s right, while there is a lot to love about all the winter festivities December holds, there are also some surprising risks that the season presents to the furriest members of our households.

Pet Holiday Safety Tips for Dogs & Cats

Pet Holiday Safety Tips for Dogs & Cats

For most of us, the holidays are a time to eat, drink and be merry with good friends and family. Holistic veterinarian and author, Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM., offers pet lovers tips to refresh your pet IQ and offers some helpful hints so the Yuletide traditions are as merry for you as they are for your pets.

Pet Wintertime Hazards and Safety Tips for Dogs and Cats

Pet Wintertime Hazards and Safety Tips for Dogs and Cats

Wintertime Safety Tips for Dogs and Cats can be challenging, but to keep our dogs and cats healthy and happy you should know the following. The cold weather often brings a slew of potential problems to avoid when it comes to keeping Fido and Fluffy out of trouble. Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM offers a few essential safety tips to get your furry friend through these frigid months without a trip to the vet’s office.

Pet Wintertime Safety Tips

Pet Wintertime Safety Tips

During these chilly, winter months, it can be challenging to keep our dogs and cats healthy and happy. The cold weather often brings a slew of potential problems to avoid when it comes to keeping Fido and Fluffy out of trouble. Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM offers a few essentials to get your furry friend through these frigid months without a trip to the vet’s office.

Thanksgiving Holiday – Turkey Time Pet Safety Tips for Dogs and Cats

Pet Wintertime Hazards and Safety Tips for Dogs and Cats

For most of us the holidays are a time to eat, drink and be merry with good friends and family. Our resident pet expert, the holistic veterinarian and author, Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM, offers pet lovers tips to refresh your pet IQ and offers some helpful hints so this Thanksgiving Holiday is joyous for you and your family as it is for your canine and feline companions.

ALERT: Dog Owners: Join Blue Buffalo Dog Food Class Action Lawsuit

ALERT: Dog Owners: Join Blue Buffalo Dog Food Class Action Lawsuit

Pet Lovers, dog owners… did you buy Blue Buffalo Dog Food? Did your dog become sickened and/or suffer illness while eating Blue Buffalo Dog Food? If you are one of the thousands of pet owners whose beloved dog became sick or experienced a health decline while eating Blue Buffalo Dog Food you may have a legal claim.