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Are you considering hiring a pet sitter to look after your animal companion while you’re away from home? There are many great reasons to hire a sitter—your pet will be able to remain in comfortable, familiar surrounds until you’re back home, and a sitter can even take care of grooming appointments or veterinary visits while you’re away. Since you’re giving a sitter access to not only your pet, but your home as well, it’s important … Read More
An important part of keeping your pet safe in the warmer months is pest prevention—summer is prime-time for infections and infestations caused by parasites and other unsightly critters! Is your pet ready to face the challenge? Read on to learn more about summertime pests and how to help your pet avoid the danger. Fleas Fleas are one of the most common pet pests this time of year. A flea infestation can be time-consuming and troublesome … Read More
June is Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. This is one cause we are happy to help shed light on. We love seeing cats getting second chances at happiness! Read on as a local Teller County, CO vet discusses adopting shelter kitties. Benefits of Adopting From A Shelter There are many reasons to consider adopting your feline friend from a shelter. For one thing, you’ll find yourself with several cute furry faces to choose from, and … Read More
Are you planning to go on some fun excursions with your pet this summer? Fido loves to explore and sniff new patches of grass! Just be sure to keep your pet’s safety first. Here, a Teller County, CO vet discusses adventures with Fido. Preventative Care Before taking Fido camping or hiking, check with your vet to make sure your pup has the all-clear. You’ll also want to make sure your dog is up to date … Read More
Keeping your canine companion’s food as fresh as possible is important. Not only does allowing food to go bad waste your hard-earned money, it could harm your pet if they eat it! Learn about some easy ways to keep your dog’s food fresh in this article from your local veterinarian. Dry Kibble Generally speaking, factors like humidity, heat, and sunlight are enemies of proper food storage. The same goes for your dog’s dry kibble. Keep … Read More
Are you thinking of adding a new kitten to your home in the near future? Perhaps a lovable ball of fur wandered into your yard and you’re planning on adopting it. If you’re about to be the owner of a kitten companion, read on to find out about the key steps you’ll need to take to ensure your new addition’s health and happiness. Kitty’s First Check-Up Whether your kitten has come from a shelter or … Read More
If you have a horse, you know that taking good care of our equine companions is very rewarding, and very hard work. We’re here to help! Read on for some great horse care hacks from a Teller County, CO vet. Dust Buster Hang a clear shower curtain over your saddles and bridles to keep them from getting dusty. Ice Breaker We all know how fun it is to break ice in water buckets, right? Use … Read More
Happy New Year! As we leave 2017 behind, many people are making forecasts about what is to come over the next 12 months. While we will happily leave most of these predictions to others, we can offer a few educated guesses on what our feline pals will do this year. A Park County, CO vet offers some suggestions below. Sunbathe Cats often seek out warm, comfy spots to nap in. If you have more than … Read More
Winter is on the way! Whether you are looking forward to skiing and snowmobiling, or already waiting for spring, you’ve likely already stowed away your summer things and pulled out your winter wardrobe. You may also want to make some minor changes to your pet’s care routine at this time of year, to keep Fido safe and happy. Read on as a local Park County, CO vet discusses winter care for dogs. Food If Fido … Read More
Did you know that November is officially Adopt A Senior Pet Month? This is truly a terrific cause! Older pets often have a very hard time getting adopted, as they are often passed over for puppies and kittens. However, senior pets really have a lot to offer, and can make wonderful animal companions. In this article, a Park County, CO vet discusses adopting senior pets. Pre-Training This one may not really apply to kitties, since … Read More
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