Tag - health & wellness
August 26, 2025
Kalei Burgess
When it comes to cognitive skills such as reading, writing, or performing arithmetic, the phrase, “Use it or lose it!” comes to mind. Science tells us that to keep your brain executing tasks efficiently, humans must stimulate their mind to keep those mental processes sharp.
Read More About Boost Your Dog’s Brain
July 24, 2025
Jocelyn Michaud, CVT
Ready for a heart-to-heart? Just like us, pets need regular exercise and preventive veterinary care to keep their hearts strong. But between the belly rubs and afternoon naps, how can you be sure your pet is staying heart healthy?
Read More About Get a Move On! Your Guide to Heart-Healthy Habits for Pets
June 25, 2025
Jocelyn Michaud, CVT
Social pets can encounter more than just new friends and enriching experiences in their daily adventures. Increased exposure comes with a higher risk of catching unwanted illnesses, but with the right protection, nothing has to slow them down. That’s why veterinarians recommend a range of vaccines to support your pet’s health. Here’s a simple guide to what each vaccine does and why they’re an important part of your extroverted pet’s care routine.
Read More About Your Pet’s Best Shot: A Guide to Vaccines for Outgoing Pets
June 17, 2025
Jocelyn Michaud, CVT
Flat-faced dog breeds are known for their adorably scrunched features and affectionate personalities. But beneath that squishy charm, there are unique medical challenges that every pet parent should understand. Otherwise known as "brachycephalic," these breeds have shortened skulls and compressed upper airways that can make breathing harder, especially in hot or stressful conditions.
Read More About Brachycephalic Breeds: Keeping Your Pet Safe
February 21, 2025
Kalei Burgess
As a pet parent, the first sign of excessive sneezing or an unusual itch in your four-legged friend might make you fear for the worst. Although new symptoms in pets are a cause for alarm, there’s a good chance a common culprit could be the cause — allergies!
Read More About Pet Allergies: The Culprit Behind Common Symptoms
