by Dr. Laura Monahan | Feb 26, 2023 | Pet Care, Pet Safety, Wellness
“Hey Doc, when can I run with my puppy?” Veterinarians get this question a lot. The answer: It depends. While vets are huge fans of regular exercise for dogs’ emotional and physical health, we recommend holding off running with a dog until its musculoskeletal system...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jan 16, 2023 | Pet Medicine, Pet Safety
One of my neighbors was going for a walk last week when a large, scruffy, very pregnant dog came out of nowhere and bit her leg. She reported the incident to Animal Control and warned her neighbors, who compared notes to see if they could determine where the dog...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jan 8, 2023 | Pet Medicine, Pet Safety
When your dog is feeling uncomfortable and is obviously in pain, it’s tempting to give her an over-the-counter human medication. But instead of helping her feel better, human meds can cause a great deal of harm to your pup, and may even result in a fatal reaction....
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Dec 12, 2022 | Pet Care, Pet Safety
Should you allow your cat to roam outdoors? It’s a decision that requires careful consideration, particularly since cats aren’t native to North America, and it can be dangerous out there. In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of allowing your kitty outdoor...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Oct 10, 2022 | Pet Safety, Wellness
The smoke in our air from wildfires creates magnificent sunrises and sunsets, but it can bother cats and dogs. We’ve seen more pets with asthma-like symptoms in the past few weeks. Pets’ reactions to smoke are similar to what is seen in humans; their...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jul 24, 2022 | Pet Care, Pet Safety
During the past week, we’ve seen eight dogs with foxtail awns lodged between their toes. The seeds act like a large splinter that a body considers “foreign,” causing a very painful and infected abscess. Dogs come to see us limping, licking their feet, with a swollen,...