By Rachele Baker, DVM – Do you dread taking your cat to the veterinarian? Does your cat disappear as soon as you get his or her carrier out? Regular veterinary examinations are very important to...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Both dogs and cats can suffer fear or anxiety due to stressors such as thunderstorms, fireworks, moving to a new home, boarding, or a trip to the veterinary hospital or...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – I have a golden retriever named Savanna that has atopy (allergies to environmental allergens). Atopic dermatitis is a skin disease seen in both humans and dogs that is characterized by...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Most dogs (and their owners) benefit greatly from regular aerobic exercise. Exercise helps to keep dogs healthy and in shape. There are many fun exercise options for your dog. Some...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Do you dread taking your cat to the veterinarian? Does your cat disappear as soon as you get his or her carrier out? Regular veterinary examinations are very important to...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Both dogs and cats can suffer fear or anxiety due to stressors such as thunderstorms, fireworks, moving to a new home, boarding, or a trip to the veterinary hospital or...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – I have a golden retriever named Savanna that has atopy (allergies to environmental allergens). Atopic dermatitis is a skin disease seen in both humans and dogs that is characterized by...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Most dogs (and their owners) benefit greatly from regular aerobic exercise. Exercise helps to keep dogs healthy and in shape. There are many fun exercise options for your dog. Some...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Walking with your dog on a regular basis is a great way to provide your dog with the aerobic exercise that he or she needs to be healthy. If your...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – It is estimated that approximately 54% of dogs in the United States are either overweight or obese. Although certain breeds of dogs are predisposed to weight problems (including Labrador retrievers,...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Ticks are parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts. They can transmit serious diseases while feeding. Ticks avoid detection by their hosts by secreting saliva with anesthetic properties...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Fleas are the most common external parasites of dogs. Although these parasites are only about an eighth of an inch long, they can cause big problems for your dog. Fleas...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Foxtails can be a serious problem for dogs and cats. Foxtails are more commonly a problem in dogs, but cats that go outside can also pick up foxtails. Foxtails are...
By Rachele Baker, DVM – Hiking or walking with your dog is a great way to relieve stress, burn calories, and get in shape. Dogs love to go for walks. They love to explore new...
