Veterinarian Shelby Neely gives advice about introducing your dog to a new pet. Many pet parents with only one pet want to add another. Bringing a new pet home is an exciting time for you, but it may not be quite so exciting for your current dog. It is important to have a proper introduction...

Veterinarian Shelby Neely brings in National Pet Wellness Month with a blog about ways to support your pet’s health every day. October is National Pet Wellness Month, when we recognize our pets’ need for preventative care. Pets are no different from humans in that they need wellness...

Veterinarian Shelby Neely explains the importance of pet dental health and what to expect when your pet has a professional dental cleaning.  Vets often stress the importance of dental and oral health and the need for professional cleanings. Dental disease affects animals starting as early as three...

Veterinarian Shelby Neely explains common causes of itchy skin in pets and steps your vet’s may take to diagnose the reason your pet has skin problems.  As a vet, I know how common skin problems in pets are. Itchy pets are uncomfortable, sometimes to the point of scratching their skin off...

Veterinarian Shelby Neely explains the signs of heat stroke in pets and offers tips to keep your pet safe on hot summer days.  During the dog days of summer, it’s important to talk about heat stroke in pets. Unlike humans, who help cool themselves by sweating, pets have a very limited...

In addition to being known as the time for barbecues and beach days, July is nationally acknowledged as Lost Pet Prevention Month. Veterinarian Shelby Neely offers practical tips to keep your pets safe and spread awareness about how to recover lost pets. Why is Lost Pet Prevention Month Important...