Tag - vet reviewed
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
May 29, 2025
Kalei Burgess
Summertime adventures are what we look forward to all year long — both two- and four-legged friends alike! However, just like humans, dogs also spend a significant amount of time in climate-controlled environments. This means that any temperature change, especially hotter outdoor weather, can cause pups to react negatively. Pet professionals are trained on how to watch out and manage any heat-induced situations — but the signs may be harder to spot during at-home playtime!
Read More About Help Your Pet Beat the Heat According to Their Breed
April 24, 2025
Jocelyn Michaud, CVT
Summer is almost here, and that means the return of sunny days, outdoor fun, and fireworks. From holiday festivities to afternoon thunderstorms, there is no shortage of loud noises and flashing lights that your pet may have to contend with. For many pets, fireworks and thunder can cause severe fear and anxiety.
Read More About From Fearful to Fearless: Helping Your Pet Handle Fireworks and Thunderstorms
March 27, 2025
Jocelyn Michaud, CVT
Have you ever come home to discover that your pet has made a mess while you’re away? Whether it’s digging through the trash can, chewing up your favorite shoes, or barking loudly enough to disturb the neighbors, there may be more to these destructive behaviors than meets the eye. Here’s the surprising truth: these symptoms may be signs of distress! Destructive behaviors in pets left alone are often signs of separation anxiety.
Read More About Panic at the Doorknob: How to Cure Your Pet’s Separation Anxiety
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
