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Sep 17, 2025

Spooky season is fun for us, but for our pets? Not so much. A night of strange costumes, a constantly ringing doorbell, and unfamiliar people can be seriously overwhelming. Here’s your guide to keeping them safe and stress-free this Halloween.   Keep the Candy Bowl Off-Limits That bowl of treats is a minefield of potential […]

Jul 12, 2025

Understanding the Rise in Urban Coyote Encounters In recent months, communities across the U.S. have reported a troubling uptick in coyote attacks, sparking concern among residents, wildlife officials, and pet owners alike. Once considered elusive and shy, coyotes are now appearing in broad daylight, stalking pets, and in rare cases, even biting humans. Coyotes have […]

Feb 21, 2025

If your dog has been receiving Librela for arthritis, you may have heard concerns circulating about its safety. Librela is an injectable monoclonal antibody therapy that was recently introduced in the U.S. to help dogs with osteoarthritis pain. Since we began offering this treatment in 2023, we’ve seen many dogs benefit from its effects, enjoying […]

Feb 10, 2025

  Recently, there has been a rise in cases of Avian Flu (H5N1) in wild birds across the U.S. While this virus has historically been a concern for birds, it is now affecting felines as well. Several wild cats on the West Coast have been infected after eating infected birds, and sadly, some have not […]

Oct 17, 2024

When it comes to Halloween, our family pets often find the evening full of people, costumes, and noises overwhelming and even scary. Here are a few things to consider when preparing for the festivities:   Candy There are many potential toxic goodies this time of year.  Chocolate is the most concerning Halloween treat; eating even […]

Oct 4, 2024

Join us for Pints for Pets at Ravenna Brewing on October 26th, 2024

Aug 30, 2024

Another summer is starting to wind down, and here comes autumn in all its golden larch glory.  These are great months for longer hikes – water is more plentiful, the temperatures are a little cooler and the trails are a bit more open.  With summer hiking well behind us, you’ve probably already composed your dog […]

Aug 1, 2024

Our Urgent Care team is here for you Monday through Friday 8 AM until 6 PM when your pet needs immediate attention. With extensive training and experience, our doctors and nursing staff are ready to stabilize and treat a wide range of issues—from emergencies like trauma, breathing problems, or toxic ingestions to those moments when […]