April is Heartworm Awareness Month

Heartworm disease is diagnosed mainly in dogs and, less frequently, in cats and ferrets. Heartworms also live in other animal hosts such as wolves, coyotes, foxes, California gray seals, sea lions, and raccoons. It is transmitted through mosquito bites and is dependent on a climate with adequate temperature and humidity to support mosquito populations. In California, winter rains, gray water systems, irrigation, tree planting, commercial, and real estate development, interstate pet movement, and the introduction of non-native mosquitoes have all contributed to increased risk from heartworm disease.

February is National Cat Health Month! While keeping kitty in good health is always important, this is the purrfect time to pay your cute pet some extra attention. As you may know, here at Wise and Wonderful Integrative Veterinary Center, we combine both modern western veterinary modalities with traditional Chinese Medicine. Our Santa Rosa, California, veterinary clinic offers these tips on keeping kitty healthy.

January 14 is National Dress Up Your Pet Day! This annual celebration encourages pet owners to dress up their canine companions or feline friends. Pet owners can dress themselves and their dog in matching outfits or give the pet a completely interesting look. It all depends on what the animal feels comfortable in and what strikes the fancy of the pet owner. If you’re a fan of placing your dog or cat in human-like clothing, then celebrate this holiday and show off your style!

Have you finished your holiday shopping yet? Don’t forget to pick up something for your pet! It's easy to find things for dogs or cats, but what about smaller animals? A local Santa Rosa veterinarian has some great gift ideas for smaller pets.

Thanksgiving is a holiday centered around family and food. While it may be tempting to include the furry members of our family in the feast, many aspects of Thanksgiving can put pets in danger. Here are some tips to keep your pet safe on Thanksgiving.

Hello, Wise and Wonderful Family! This is Sally, your fourth year DVM student extern here to share with you the 10 things I learned during my externship.

Chiropractic care offers many of the same benefits for pets as it does for people. It can help our furry patients enjoy better mobility, reduced pain and stiffness, and overall improved quality of life.

October 1 is national Fire Pup Day!

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