Pet Health Blog

Flea and Tick Prevention - An Update on the Recent News Media Reporting.

By Whitnee Patten, DVM

Have You Seen the New FDA Press Release About Flea and Tick Prevention Regarding the Isoxazoline Class of Flea and Tick Medications Used in Cats and Dogs? This class of drugs includes all of the oral flea and tick... read more
Rabies

BY SUSAN PATTON, DVM

Here in, Boulder, Colorado we all avoid skunks for the horrific smell they produce, but there is another reason also: Rabies! Traditionally in Colorado, bats have been the main source of infection, but in recent years th... read more
ALLERGIES SHOW UP IN THE WEIRDEST PLACES

By Susan Patton, DVM

As the fall allergy peak nears let’s take a quick look at how seasonal allergy symptoms appear. EYES: The conjunctiva or pink tissue around the eyes can become itchy and can potentially result in a bacterial i... read more
Grain Free Diets- Don't Believe the Hype

By Dr. Shelle Raines and Dr. Michael Skarie

Around 2010, what had been a health fad exploded on to the human nutrition scene, and the big buzz was gluten free. New products labeled “gluten free” and “grain free” exploded on the human market... read more
GRASSEEDS, FOXTAILS AND SPEAR GRASS TIME!

BY SUSAN PATTON, DVM

Colorado pet owners BEWARE as its dry season in Colorado and the grasses become mini-weapons for the next few weeks! As the grass seeds dry and fall off their seed tips have a sharp one-way barb at the end which can get ... read more