There have been an increasing number of stories this time of year regarding dogs that are being killed in animal traps. As towns and cities grow, and urban-wildland interfaces change, pets in these areas may experience unintended human made hazards. T… more »

There have been an increasing number of outbreaks of Parvo and Distemper across the country over the past year. Many people feel that the downturn in the economy has a role in fewer people being diligent about their pet's health. As the story below fr… more »

Cushing's disease affects approximately 100K dogs in the US each year. With Cushing's, a dog's body will produce too much cortisol. Symptoms include increased appetite and thirst, along with skin and muscle problems. the disease is more common in olde… more »

While we're still enjoying moderate weather here in Central Ohio, things will begin getting colder sooner or later. I like to take a moment this time of year to suggest some safety items for dogs. If you have dogs out in the cold weather, please mak… more »

Hope everyone has a restful and happy Thanksgiving. As a reminder, table scraps this holiday can cause illness in dogs. The high fat content in turkey skin is one culprit causing these problems, bones and large volumes of food can also contribute to… more »