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The Lone Star Tick Has Arrived in Dubuque

The Lone Star Tick Has Arrived in Dubuque—and It’s Spreading Nationwide: What Pet Owners Need to Know If it feels…

Dental Disease in Pets: Why It Matters More Than Most Pet Owners Realize

Dental disease is one of the most common — and most overlooked — medical conditions affecting pets. By the age…

Dental Disease in Dogs: More Than Bad Breath

Dental disease is one of the most common conditions affecting dogs, yet it’s often underestimated. Many dogs continue eating and…

Dental Disease in Cats: The Silent Source of Pain

Cats are especially skilled at hiding pain, making dental disease easy to miss. Many cats with severe oral disease continue…

Dental Disease in Exotic Pets: Often Overlooked, Often Serious

Dental disease is not limited to dogs and cats. Many exotic species — including rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, and small…

🐱 “But My Cat Never Goes Outside”: Why Indoor Cats Still Need Preventive Veterinary Care

One of the most common things we hear as veterinarians is: “My cat is strictly indoors — do they really…

How to Tell When Your Pet Is in Pain (Even When They Act Normal)

One of the hardest parts of being a pet owner is knowing when something is wrong. Pets don’t tell us…

Leptospirosis Vaccine for Dogs: Why Even Indoor and City Dogs Are at Risk

Toby was a 12-pound, apartment-living, belly-scratch-loving little guy. He didn’t hike. He didn’t camp. He didn’t chase wildlife. But he…

What “Value” Really Means in Veterinary Care

One of the most common concerns we hear from pet owners is cost. That concern is understandable. Veterinary care can…

❄️ Winter Isn’t a Free Pass: What Pet Owners Should Know About Cold Weather & Pet Health

When temperatures drop below freezing in places like Dubuque, Iowa, it’s easy to assume many pet health risks disappear until…