We all know the feeling – you get the annual reminder card from us telling you “Spot” is due for vaccinations, many of them include a bunch of weird names … Read moreAll About Vaccines

Pancreatitis is a painful inflammation of the pancreas that can make pets extremely ill. The pancreas is an abdominal organ located just below the stomach … Read morePancreatitis & Prevention

Just like people, pups can develop bad backs – and anything related to a spinal injury or disease makes us cringe. The spine is literally the “backbone” of our being … Read moreIVDD – What’s This?

Tracheal collapse is a chronic, progressive disease of the trachea, or windpipe, and lower airways. The trachea is a flexible tube … Read moreCollapsing Trachea

Whether your pet is brought in sick or the condition is discovered incidentally, the diagnosis of kidney failure can come as a shock … Read moreRenal Disease in Dogs

Laser therapy is an innovative treatment that has gained popularity in recent years as veterinarians discover its benefits for pets … Read moreThe Benefits of Laser Therapy

Distemper is a highly contagious viral disease of domestic dogs and other animals such as ferrets, skunks, and raccoons … Read moreCanine Distemper – A Preventable Disease

Intestinal parasites are parasitic worms that primarily inhabit the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Parasites are a common and important cause of disease in dogs & cats … Read morePesty Intestinal Parasites

When you get a new puppy it can be tempting to take them out right away and show them off. But before you do, make sure they’ve had their complete series of vaccinations … Read moreParvo- Why It’s So Dangerous

Have you heard that one human year is 7 years in dog time? Well, it’s not that simple! Our guides will walk you through your pup’s different phases of life and the care they need every step of the way. … Read moreDog Life Stages & Care for All Ages

Want to know what your kitty needs every step of the way? We’ve got the guides to help you figure out just what they need as they grow from a frisky kitten to a cuddly senior purr-monster. Cat Life Stages … Read moreCat Life Stages & Care for All Ages

It is common for pets to experience mild side effects after receiving a vaccine, usually starting within hours of the vaccination. If the following side effects last for more than a day or two – or if they cause your … Read moreThe Shot Clock: What to Expect After Your Pet’s Vaccination

Fighting obesity in pets requires two things: proper nutrition and regular exercise. With an estimated 60% of cats and 56% of dogs classified as overweight in the U.S., it is more important than ever to realize the risks involved in … Read moreHEALTHY WEIGHT = HEALTHY PETS

Have a Heart! Protecting Your Pet from Heartworm Every year, hundreds of pets are infected with heartworm in our corner of Louisiana, thanks to our temperate climate and sizeable mosquito population. Did you know that it only takes one bite … Read moreHEARTWORM

Sneezing. Scratching. Wheezing. Allergies and Your Pet. Spring is primetime for pet allergies, and we wanted to put the spotlight on the fact that, just like you, pets can have adverse reactions to the environment. Have you noticed your pet … Read moreALLERGIES