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Tick-Borne Disease in New Mexico

Tick-Borne Disease in New Mexico

Across New Mexico, ticks threaten the health of dogs. Because harmful tick-borne diseases are on the rise, it’s important to know the facts about ticks and the diseases they spread and how to combat them. Prevalence and Types of Ticks Tick prevalence, along with the...

Hairballs in Cats

Hairballs in Cats

When you live with cats, you’ll likely deal with hairballs at some point. In fact, there’s even a day dedicated to them. The last Friday in April is National Hairball Awareness Day. Here’s everything you never knew you needed to know about hairballs. What Causes...

How to Reduce Pets’ Stress When Moving

How to Reduce Pets’ Stress When Moving

Moving residence is stressful for pets, especially for those with anxiety issues. Whether it’s across town or across the country, changes in routine and environment can cause distress. Here are some ways to reduce pets’ (and your) stress when moving. Keep yourself...

Cushing’s Disease

Cushing’s Disease

Cortisol plays an important role in the bodies of most animals, including aiding immune and metabolic systems and keeping inflammation in check. Disease that disrupts proper production and function can cause serious complications. First, with this excerpt from our...

The Importance of Cortisol in Dogs and Cats

The Importance of Cortisol in Dogs and Cats

The endocrine system is a fascinating network of tissues and glands responsible for vital hormones that regulate many of the body’s functions. Cortisol is one such vital hormone. It is often referred to as the stress hormone, for good reason. However, aiding stress...

Anal Sac Disease

Anal Sac Disease

In veterinary medicine, anal sacs aren’t the most pleasant parts of animal anatomy. Nonetheless, they require the same care and attention we afford the rest of the body. Inattention to these parts can lead to problems including pain and disease. Anal sac problems can...

Top Safety Practices When Camping with Dogs

Top Safety Practices When Camping with Dogs

Camping is a favorite pastime for many people around the globe. Escaping crowds and concrete, gathering around a fire, sleeping under stars, fishing, hiking, and simply immersing in nature are beloved experiences for many. If you’re like countless others, you wouldn’t...

Giardiasis in Pets

Giardiasis in Pets

Digestive upset results from many ailments, some worse than others. Giardiasis is one illness that can range from mild and nearly imperceptible to deadly. It’s commonality, ease of transmission, and ability to sicken make this an especially nasty sickness.   Giardia...