Planning for your Pet when Traveling As the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions wind down and things open up, many people are taking trips again. During the pandemic there was an explosion of pet ownership. Now you may be wondering what to do with your beloved pet or how...
Dogs The holiday season is upon us and it is time for celebration! Like most pet owners, I love to include my pets in the festivities of the season. This tends to mean I slip them some of the delicious food my family and I are enjoying. However, I am very cautious in...
Rabies, who cares!? Well…I do. Being a veterinarian allows me to do a lot of cool things every day, helping animals and the people who love them. But, the single most important thing I do is make sure rabies doesn’t enter your life. And I’m going to tell you why. Your...
There are 3 types of venomous snakes in Virginia, all of which belong to the pit viper family: the Eastern Copperhead, Timber/Canebrake Rattlesnake, and Northern Cottonmouth. Copperheads are the most commonly seen and widely distributed venomous snake in Virginia and...
There is a reason why dogs are known as man’s best friend. However, just about any pet can enrich your life — Cats, birds, ferrets, goats, and even snakes. And it’s not just that their antics make us smile. These furry, feathered, or scaled family members can actually...
Care & Wellness Halloween is just around the corner and with it come some important things for you to consider for the safety of your furry friends! Chocolate Trouble: As you may know, certain compounds in chocolate can be toxic to dogs. The primary ones...
