What do you think of when you hear the word “reptile”? Do you think of non-traditional pets like snakes, geckos, bearded dragons, and chameleons? Or do think of wild animals like crocodiles, alligators, or caimans? Reptiles are amazing creatures – they are an important part of our natural environment and [...]

Life is pretty good for our pets. We provide them with all the necessities of life – food, shelter, and water. And lots of love, of course. But sometimes, we all like a challenge. Dogs and cats have hunting instincts, so it is fun for them to have to search [...]

Pet owners know them as Veterinary Technicians or Nurses, and veterinary practices know them as Miracle Workers. They play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of veterinary clinics and without them, clinics would not function as they do today. That’s why they get a whole week in October dedicated [...]

Humans have five recognized senses. We taste, touch, smell, see, and hear. Dogs have the same five senses, but they aren’t all the same as ours. Humans can discern a broader color spectrum and more visual detail than dogs, because we have more color-detecting cells (cones) in the eye. [...]

As much as we love our pets, they can be messy. They can track in dirt, have accidents, knock things over – and shed more hair than seems possible. It’s worth it in the end, for the joy and companionship that they bring us, but is there a way to [...]

As any pet owner knows, caring for a pet can be expensive. These days, everything seems to cost more, and as your own costs of living increase, so do the costs of caring for your pet. Add up pet food, veterinary care, grooming, or other expenses, and it may start [...]