How to give a cat a pill
Learn how to give a cat a pill, including which approach best suits your cat, and some tips and tricks for making giving your cat a pill a little bit easier.
animal health articles conditions and illness
Vesicular stomatitis in horses
Vesicular stomatitis is a viral infection that can cause disease in a broad range of animals, primarily horses, cattle, and pigs.
Dizzy dog or cat? It’s probably vestibular disease
Vestibular disease is a common condition in dogs and cats that is very similar to vertigo in humans. An inner ear imbalance can cause incoordination, turning, leaning, or even falling and rolling.
If you have an older pet, be on the lookout for signs of dementia
If your dog is getting up there in age, it’s important to be on the lookout for signs of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (dog dementia) and see your veterinarian if you notice any changes.
Spring is parvo season; avoid infection by vaccinating your puppy
Throughout spring and early summer, the emergency and urgent care service sees on average two to four cases per week of puppies with parvovirus, a virus that can be easily avoided by regularly vaccinating your dog.
Caring for your blind dog
Your dog has been diagnosed with an eye disease leading to blindness or severely limited vision, but their remaining senses can help them adapt to their surroundings.
How to cope when your pet is ill
Strong emotions of shock, disbelief, sadness, fear, anger, guilt, and helplessness are normal responses to the realization that your special friend is ill.
Considering your pet’s quality of life in the midst of disease
You know your pet the best, and are the expert regarding the quality of its life.
Protecting your pet from parasites
Although Colorado has a climate that doesn’t encourage pet parasites as much as climates in the South, it’s still critical to protect your cat and dog from parasites.