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How Your Pet’s Lifestyle Shapes Their Wellness Plan
By Hess Ridge Animal Hospital When we talk about preventive care for dogs and cats, it is easy to think of wellness as a standard checklist. Vaccines. Parasite prevention. Nutrition. A physical...
Which Vaccines Does Your Dog or Cat Actually Need? How Lifestyle Shapes Preventive Care
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVMVeterinarian and Owner of Hess Ridge Animal Hospital When people think about a pet wellness visit, vaccinations are often one of the first things that come to mind. And...
Puppy and Kitten Wellness: What to Expect During Your Pet’s First Year
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVMVeterinarian and Owner of Hess Ridge Animal Hospital Bringing home a puppy or kitten is exciting. It is also the beginning of a period when your pet is learning almost...
Do Dogs and Cats Need Supplements? How to Know What Your Pet Actually Needs
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVM If you have ever searched for ways to improve your dog's or cat's health, you have probably noticed how many pet supplements are available. There are joint supplements,...
Why Parasite Prevention Is an Important Part of Your Pet’s Wellness Plan
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVM - Veterinarian and Owner of Hess Ridge Animal Hospital When most people think about keeping their dog or cat healthy, they probably think about good food, exercise,...
When Your Pet Stops Doing the Things They Love: What Behavior Changes Can Tell Us About Their Health
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVM One of the easiest things for pet owners to notice is when something about their dog or cat changes. Maybe your dog used to jump onto the bed every night, but now waits...
What Your Pet’s Bloodwork Can Tell Us Before You See a Problem
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVM When your dog or cat looks healthy, it is easy to assume everything inside the body is working exactly as it should. They are eating. They are playing. They are going for...
Creating Healthy Daily Habits That Help Dogs and Cats Thrive for a Lifetime
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVM As veterinarians, we often talk about preventive care as a series of important milestones—wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, dental care, and routine...
The Everyday Signs Your Dog or Cat Is Thriving: A Wellness Guide for Pet Owners
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVM As veterinarians, one of the questions we hear most often is, "How do I know if my pet is healthy?" It's an understandable question. Dogs and cats can't tell us when...
How Small Daily Habits Shape a Healthier Life for Y our Dog or Cat
By Dr. Michael Skarie, DVM – Hess Ridge Animal Hospital When many pet owners think about wellness, they often think about annual checkups, vaccinations, or dental cleanings. Those are important...