Author: Dr. Grant L. Madsen

World Hamster Day is April 12th. Hamsters are popular pets among children, and for good reason. They are friendly, easy to take care of, cute, and do not require much space—all of which make them ideal animal companions for children. A Springville, UT veterinarian spotlights Hammy below. Basics Facts About Hamsters Hammie is a charming

Is your feline companion beginning to show signs of aging? Although cats are generally considered seniors around age 11, many are now living well into their teens or even their twenties, enjoying a prolonged retirement. You’ll likely notice subtle, gradual changes rather than sudden ones. However, your senior cat will require additional attention as she

You may have noticed that we enjoy observing all of the various pet holidays on the calendar. March has one of the funniest and silliest, with If Pets Had Thumbs Day. As you may know, many scientists credit mankind’s opposable thumbs to that evolutionary leap that brought us out of the caveman era and into

Have you recently noticed gray fur around your dog’s muzzle? It’s not easy to realize that your canine pal is reaching his senior years. His care needs will change a bit. While it’s probably safe to say Fido will never outgrow his love of food and snacks, his nutritional requirements will change over time. A

February commonly embraces love, especially with Valentine’s Day nearing, filling stores with romantic embellishments like flowers and sweets. Yet, for pets, the priority veers toward prevention: it’s Prevent A Litter Month, Spay/Neuter Month, and Feline Fix By Five Month. All three initiatives rally around one mission: curtailing the prevalence of unwanted litters among puppies and