KEEPING PETS SAFE DURING THE HOLIDAYS BY: DR. LISA SCHENKEL, DVM, CVRT The holiday season is a time to decorate and celebrate with family and friends, both two-legged and four-legged. However, many of the foods and decorations that are harmless to humans can pose a... FITNESS FOR FIDO BY: DR. LISA SCHENKEL, DVM, CVRT ”Use it or lose it” is a common mantra heard in many gyms across the country. In order to maintain our ability to function, we need to exercise both mind and body regularly. The same holds true for our four-legged... Hourglass figures aren’t only for Marilyn Monroe and a goal for women everywhere: Your pet should have an hourglass figure too. Most pets these days are overweight, even if many of their owners are in denial about it. “I don’t think pet owners truly appreciate how... Make the most of your dog’s annual medical checkup by being prepared. An annual visit to the vet not only helps to keep your dog healthy, it’s also the best tool for preventing and/or mitigating any serious health problems that may surface during her lifetime. Add to... Most pet “parents” have been in a situation like this: Buster slipped on the way down the stairs and now he’s walking with a limp. It’s 11:00 at night should you call your veterinarian, or are you just being a worrywart? You’re never wrong to call If... Choosing Your Child’s First Pet According to the statistics compiled by the American Veterinary Medical Association, dogs are the most popular American companion animal, followed closely by cats, then birds and horses. Among the exotic or cage animals (which... 