Emily Bebout, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist Pet Poison Helpline® The weather is finally warming up and if you’re like me, you and your dog are looking forward to hiking through the wilderness and camping trips under the stars this year. While hiking and camping are fun for your dogs, it also poses some dangers. Many…
Renee DiPietro, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist What is Cuterebriasis? You are petting or grooming your pet and suddenly you discover a prominent lump (often in the head or neck area) that seems to be a recent occurrence. You part the hair to get a better look and you see a lump or pouch with what…
Renee DiPietro, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist Bees and wasps are two of the species in the insect order, Hymenoptera. These insects are important pollinators that help ensure the world food supply and the continuance of biodiversity. It is in our best interest to preserve them and treat them with respect. Pets, especially dogs as they…
Renee DiPietro, CVT Veterinary Information Specialist Permitted Wildlife Rehabilitator If you live in Canada, or in the northern, or western Unites States, you may share your outdoor environment with a large (12-35 lbs) albeit reluctant, warrior rodent. The North American Porcupine (Erithizon dorsatum) is an unassuming and mostly nocturnal (though I have seen them out…
Candi Amundson, CVT Senior Veterinary Information Specialist Growing up in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” I certainly spent my fair share on the rivers and lakes in my area. We would grab our hot dogs and sandwiches, a bag of chips, and a few pops (soda that is 😉). Our dog was always along for…
