Have you chosen to take the plunge into bird ownership? If this is the case, you may expect many adorable and endearing moments with your new feathery buddy. Birds are small, yet they can pack a lot of personality and opinions into their tiny bodies. Polly has some very special demands that are not the … Read More »

Did you know that poisoning is one of the most common reasons for veterinary emergency room visits? This info is quite terrifying. Every year, more than 401,500 cases of pet poisoning are reported in the United States alone. In this article, a local Dawsonville, GA veterinarian discusses some of the common toxins that can threaten … Read More »

Is your four-legged bestie getting old? Pets often manage to get even cuter as they age. Many dogs and cats become extra loving and charming in their golden years. They really just want to be petted and loved on, and to collect as many belly rubs and ear scritches as possible. They also like to … Read More »

September is designated as Deaf Dog Awareness Month. Of course, no matter what month it is, we are delighted to help spread awareness about this important cause. According to the AKC website, five to ten percent of our canine companions are deaf. That’s a lot of dogs out there with ears that don’t work properly! … Read More »

Do you know when your dog’s birthday is? If you adopted your pooch from a breeder, or perhaps from a friend or local who had puppies, you may know the exact date of your pet’s birth. If you got your canine pal from a shelter, you may want to mark your calendars for August 1st: … Read More »

Do you have a plucky, daring kitty? Or is your feline companion more cautious and withdrawn? While there are plenty of purring couch potatoes out there, some cats are quite adventurous. As you may have noticed, we always generally recommend keeping cats indoors. Fluffy is much safer inside, where she is protected from traffic, the … Read More »