When would you say is the start of flea and tick season? How about mosquitoes? One of the byproducts of temperamental central Illinois weather is that the life cycles of our creepy crawly friends are unpredictable! Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes (all of which pose significant threats t
Pet Insurance Is it Worth It? I think one of the greatest myths of my childhood was health insurance. I went to the doctor, showed them my dad’s insurance card, and just assumed that was it. As an adult, I learned it wasn’t as simple as that. This year I had a baby, and learned tha
What Pet Owners Should Know Part 2 In addition to the legalization of recreational marijuana, cannabinoids are also gaining popularity for their use in medicine. For a breakdown of the terms associated with Cannabinoids, see my last blog post! CBD oil has many benefits without the ps
What Pet Owners Should Know Part 1 As of January 1, 2020, recreational marijuana use will become legal in Illinois. It’s been a topic of hot discussion for a long time, but what you might not know is that veterinarians expect to be impacted by this change as well! I expect we will s
It’s the question we’ve all asked our pet at one time or another. “What’s in your mouth?!” Generally followed by a frantic grab for the pet, and an immediate gulp from said pet. As the holidays approach, let’s take a look at some food items that can be dangerous for your pet! Choc
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