Author: Dr. Grant L. Madsen

Your garden is your little slice of paradise—a place to unwind, enjoy the fresh air, and admire the beauty of nature. But for your pets, it’s a whole different world. To them, it’s an exciting playground filled with new smells, textures, and, unfortunately, potential dangers. Some of the plants you’ve lovingly grown could be harmful—or

As dogs and cats get older, joint stiffness, aches, and limited mobility often become part of their daily lives. While veterinary treatment and therapies are key, nutrition is one of the most powerful tools you can use to keep your pet comfortable and moving well. At Family Pet Hospital in Mapleton, we help pet owners combine proper

Arthritis (also called degenerative joint disease or osteoarthritis) is one of the most common causes of pain and mobility loss in aging pets. At Family Pet Hospital, we believe it’s never too early to protect your pet’s joints. By combining good habits, proper nutrition, and veterinary care, you can slow down joint deterioration and help your

At Family Pet Hospital, we often tell clients in Mapleton, UT that pet bloodwork is one of the most valuable tools we have in modern veterinary medicine. Whether your furry friend is a bouncy puppy, a mellow senior cat, or somewhere in between, blood tests help us spot issues early—before they become serious. For many

With warmer weather and summer travel picking up, many dogs are spending more time in boarding facilities, day cares, and dog parks. These social settings are great for enrichment but they also increase the risk of spreading kennel cough, a highly contagious but typically treatable illness we see frequently in our clinic. Here’s what we want