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Did you know that your canine companion can get the flu? In fact, there’s an outbreak going on now. Fido’s version, canine influenza virus (CIV)–also often called the dog flu—is an influenza A virus. There are several strains, but the…

Have you ever spotted your cat just sitting there with her tongue sticking out? This is officially called blepping, and is definitely adorable to see. Of course, given how complex and unique our feline pals are, you may be wondering…

New Year’s is a time to celebrate, but it can also be a stressful event for dogs. Fireworks have been known to cause noise phobias in dogs, and they can cause extreme distress even during normal fireworks season.  If your…

December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month. This is definitely a timely topic for us. Our furry patients will be getting a lot of new playthings in their stockings this month! However, while one would like to think that any…

If you’re a cat lover, this is the month for you! From December 1st to the 31st, we’ll be celebrating National Cat Lovers Month. That means it’s time to get out your whiskers and celebrate all things feline. So what…

We love birds, but we also know that birds are not built to handle the cold. That’s why you’ll often see them fluffing their feathers, huddling together in a group, or seeking out sources of heat when it’s cold outside….