As many as 80% of dogs over age 8 suffer from arthritis and as many as 92% of cats. Veterinarian Dr. Shelby Neely explains the symptoms to look for and treatments to help your pet stay comfortable and active. Perhaps you are familiar with arthritis because you’ve suffered from it yourself...

March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month, a time we devote to emphasizing the many household toxins that can harm our pets. As pet parents, we have a responsibility to familiarize ourselves with possible household poisons and try to prevent anything dangerous from occuring. Common Household...

Veterinarian Shelby Neely helps pet parents understand how to support pets experiencing cognitive decline. This is the fourth installment in a series about caring for senior pets.   Understanding Cognitive Decline in Senior Cats and Dogs As our pets age, they experience physical changes just as...

Veterinarian Shelby Neely explains how a pet’s digestive health can need extra support as they age. This is the third installment in a series about senior pet care.  Issues with digestive health are among the changes pets experience as they age. Senior dogs and cats can experience digestive...

November is Senior Pet Month. This is the second entry in a four-part series by Veterinarian Shelby Neely about caring for senior pets. As pets grow older, they have changes in their physical health and may also have new emotional needs. Senior pets, both cats and dogs, may have sensitivity to new...

November is Senior Pet Month. This is the first entry in a four-part series by Veterinarian Shelby Neely about caring for senior pets. Aging changes our pets, and we want more than ever to provide the best possible care for them. Senior pets often require extra time and attention to ensure they...