Wellness starts with Education
Learn about common health issues in dogs and cats.
From Hunter to House Cat: Providing Environmental Enrichment for Indoor Cats
Did you know? Behavior problems are the number one reason pets are relinquished to shelters. And, indoor cats often experience behavior issues because their needs aren’t being fully met. Food, water, and a cozy bed [...]
Home Alone: Does Your Dog Have Separation Anxiety?
Behavioral issues are the top reason pets are relinquished to animal shelters. And fixing these issues through counterconditioning, desensitizing, and training requires a lot of time, effort, and communication between pet owner and veterinary team. [...]
Reunited and It Feels So Good: How Microchipping Can Bring Your Pet Home
The jingle of identification tags on your dog’s collar can sometimes be annoying, especially when you just put your baby down for a nap or want to catch a little shut-eye yourself. But, those tags [...]
Ticks Taking Over: Are You and Your Pets Safe?
You’ve probably heard about Lyme disease. You might know that it’s a potentially fatal tick-borne disease that’s spread by deer ticks. Here in Tennessee, while we do see instances of Lyme disease, we actually see [...]
Protecting Pets from Mosquitoes
It’s that time of year again: Time for backyard barbecues, pool parties, and summer strolls. But all that outdoor time for your family—both human and animal—can lead to an increased risk of encountering mosquitoes (and [...]
Fleas 101: How to Protect Your Pets
It’s springtime in Nashville, and while spring may have you thinking of baby birds and pretty flowers, it’s also a time when fleas become more active, wreaking havoc on your home and your family. Fleas [...]