Author: Dr. Grant L. Madsen

Utah is a beautiful place to live in: we don’t usually have to deal with heavy snow or too many weather extremes, and we have absolutely breathtaking scenery. However, there are definitely some dangers lurking in those pretty landscapes for pet owners to be aware of. A Springville, UT veterinarian lists some key ones below.

Pet Day is April 11th! Pets are very beneficial for children. Studies have shown that kids who grow up with pets tend to have fewer allergies and better immune systems than those without furry pals. Turns out all that dust, dirt, and fur may help build resistance! Pets also teach kids about loyalty, friendship, and

Did you know that cats are considered seniors around the age of 11? Of course, many of our feline pals are living well into their teens or even twenties these days, so Fluffy may have a long, comfortable retirement ahead of her. While she’ll spend most of her golden years napping, she will still need

Did you know that as many as 80 percent of dogs over the age of eight develop arthritis? While this is more common in older pooches, Fido can develop arthritis at any point in his life. In fact, about 20 percent of pups over the age of one are afflicted. Arthritis cannot be cured, but

Does your dog have bad breath? Fido’s affectionate smooches may never smell minty fresh, but they shouldn’t kill your houseplants, either. Bad breath is often a sign of dental issues, which are no more fun for pets than they are for us. Keeping your furry pal’s choppers healthy is very important! A Springville, UT vet