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As a pet owner, you have an extra responsibility to prep your pet for any disaster. A first aid kit that is fully stocked for your furry friend is an essential part of any emergency plan. Follow our three steps to assemble a first aid kit for your pet.   Step 1: Stock...

Is your four-legged pal getting stuck behind furniture? Or, have they forgotten that nighttime is for sleeping, and not wandering and howling? These could be signs of cognitive dysfunction.   As pets age, they can suffer from impaired mental function, similar to...

Do you enjoy camping? Your furry friend may also enjoy accompanying you for the outdoor adventure, too! Before you head out to explore the wilderness, here are three tips to ensure that your pet will be one happy camper!   #1: Practice sleeping with your pet in a...

As we enter the dog days of summer, pooches—and cats—are feeling the heat. Instead of sitting in front of the air-conditioning unit all summer long, try these three tricks to help your furry pal cope with the summer weather.      #1: Freeze treats for your pet...

One vital part of pet ownership is grooming your furry pal! Not only does your pet look good after a grooming session, but it also keeps their skin and fur healthy. Warmer temperatures require different styling techniques to keep your furry friend’s coat looking its...

Intravenous (IV) fluids are an important medical tool for sick pets that are losing more fluids than they are able to take in due to vomiting, diarrhea, or other disease processes. It allows your veterinarian to provide necessary fluids directly into your pet’s...

When you bring your pet to Creston Veterinary Hospital for surgery (or any procedure where they will be going under general anesthetic), you will be asked if you want to have bloodwork done on your pet before their surgery. Running bloodwork is a quick test that tells...

Every day seems to bring an avalanche of changes, headlines, sound bites, and updates regarding the COVID-19 crisis. Somewhere in all the noise is news about an antiparasitic drug called ivermectin and how it's being looked at to prevent SARS-CoV-2, the virus that...

Congratulations on your new pet! When bringing home a furry friend from the shelter or rescue, it's important to consider how much they will need to adjust during the first few months. This period can be the most stressful time for a new pet and the family, especially...

Are you finding yourself spending more time in the yard lately? If you keep a garden or are getting one started, be sure that your pet stays away from these five common garden products. Compost — Composting is good for the environment, but not so good for your pet. As...