Why does my kitten need a series of vaccines?

Why does my kitten need a series of vaccines?

by | Sep 7, 2019 | Cats

As a veterinary technician, questions I’ve been asked regularly by pet owners include, why do kittens need a series of vaccines or why do kittens need to come in multiple times for vaccines?   These are great questions.   Understanding the importance of a vaccination...
Why does my dog shed so much hair?

Why does my dog shed so much hair?

by | Sep 7, 2019 | Dogs

Sometimes as I clean my house, I wonder how many dogs actually live in my home.  It seems that there is enough dog hair for at least 10 dogs, but the last time I checked, there is only 1 dog living with me.  For the life of me, I have no idea how one 40 pound mutt can...
Why does my cat rub?

Why does my cat rub?

by | Sep 5, 2019 | Cats

Cats read the world through their noses and write their responses by rubbing their heads on people, objects, and other animals to spread their scent. There are many theories about the message your cat may be communicating through rubbing. After doing some research on...
Dogs of the Dead

Dogs of the Dead

by | Sep 4, 2019 | Dogs

I don’t know about you, but when I’m out and about I love being surprised by the presence of an animal. Whether it’s a festival, sporting event, or just simply running errands, it seems like people bring their pets in tow any chance they can get. Being the dog lover...
Why does my dog roll in stinky stuff?

Why does my dog roll in stinky stuff?

by | Aug 11, 2019 | Dogs

If your dog has ever come inside smelling like they just rolled in something rotten, you understand how absolutely frustrating this can be. Learning why dogs do some of these things may be more interesting than you might expect.We have a doggy door at our house.  For...