What you need to know about caring for that cute new canine One of the bright spots in these otherwise difficult days is the fact that the adoption of pets increased greatly in the past few months. Yay! If you happen to be one of those families that added a puppy, you might have lots … Read moreNew Puppy? Now What?
The winter holidays may look a little different this year, but masked guests, decorations, and festive foods can put our pets at risk. Here are a few tips for keeping your animal companion happy this season: Try wearing a mask at home from time to time to get your pet used to humans who may … Read more5 Tips for A Pet-Safe Howl-iday
Summer time means adventure time! If you have a dog that loves going on fun expeditions and playing in the water, then it’s important to be aware of leptospirosis, which is transmitted through direct contact with contaminated urine, water or soil. The bacteria in leptospirosis can survive in water or moist soil for a long … Read moreProtect Your Dog from Leptospirosis
If you’re headed back to work after staying home for COVID-19 precautions, your dog may have some trouble adjusting. After spending long periods of time together, being on their own may be difficult for some pets. Watch for signs of stress and anxiety and try these tips to help them adjust to being alone again: … Read moreOn Their Own Again
Do you have a new puppy or kitten? Congratulations! A new furry friend is always cause for celebration. Make sure your new family member starts off on the right paw with these helpful pet care reminders: A wellness visit for your new puppy or kitten is extremely important as it helps catch common treatable problems before … Read moreNew Furry Baby? We Can Help!
Summer may be a bit low-key this year, but as we venture outside more it’s important to keep your pet safe. Here are a few tips to help: Heat kills! Never leave your pet in a car, even for a quick trip. On a sunny 70-degree day, your car can heat up to over 100 degrees in … Read moreSafe Fun In the Summertime
…that for everyone’s safety, these COVID-19 procedures for vet appointments are still in place: We are still using curbside drop-off and pick-up for basic tech appointments, grooming, and boarding as well as medication refills and food orders. Clients may come into the building for vet exams and will be escorted directly to the room where … Read moreJust a Quick Reminder…
As a veterinarian, I care about the health and welfare of all animals—not just the ones I treat. Which is why I am writing to you today to ask a personal favor. Chances are you’ve seen, or at least heard about, The Tiger King. This Netflix documentary focused on Joe Exotic, a big cat breeder and … Read moreDid You Watch the Tiger King? Read This!
Did you add a new dog or kitty to the family recently? If so, don’t forget it’s important for new pets to visit the vet as soon as possible after they come home with you. At Animal Medical Center of the Cascades, we believe in vaccinations as a cornerstone of your animal companion’s lifelong good … Read moreVaccines: Your Pet’s Best Shot
If you’re doing a lot more dog-walking these days, that’s great—but it also means your pet is more exposed to fleas and ticks! Fleas can cause itching, anemia and hotspots; ticks can transmit Lyme disease and other nasty illnesses, many of which can be transmitted to humans. Mosquitoes and the heartworm they carry are also … Read moreParasites Don’t Shelter-in-Place
