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Why Do Dogs Eat Poop? Have you seen your dog take part in the gross habit of coprophagia? Coprophagia is the act of eating poop. Your four-legged friend may engage in this bad behavior for many reasons, including the following, which are most common: Lack of nutrients...

What Happens During My Pet's Spay Surgery? Since World Spay Day—February 23—is approaching, let’s explain the procedure, which is completely different from a male pet’s neuter surgery. Although you know your female pet should be spayed to prevent a host of medical and...

Doggy Dementia: Cognitive Dysfunction Signs in Pets As pets age, they can suffer from impaired mental function, similar to elderly people with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Many of the signs associated with cognitive dysfunction in pets are chalked up to old age. However,...

How Monitoring Equipment Keeps Your Pet Safe During Anesthesia Many pet owners worry about putting their beloved companion under anesthesia, whether for an elective procedure, or a life-saving surgery. However, our entire team is dedicated to your best friend’s health...

Introducing a New Cat to Your Household June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! Animal shelters and rescues overflow with cats waiting for a forever home. Are you considering giving your current cat a feline sibling? Introducing your new cat to your current cat will likely...

What to Expect After Bringing Home a New Shelter Pet River Valley Animal Hospital knows that bringing home a new pet is an exciting, and occasionally overwhelming, time for the entire family, including the pet. You’ve likely picked out all their necessary supplies,...

How to Prevent Separation Anxiety From Developing in Your New Puppy While stuck at home during the COVID-19 quarantine, you may be thinking there is no better time to get a puppy. With plenty of free time for training and lazy puppy snuggles on the couch, you can’t...