I am often asked if it is okay to give the monthly heartworm preventative every 45 to 60 days. When I ask the pet parent why she/he would want to do that, her/his answer is she/he read on the internet that it is safer to give a heartworm preventative every 45 to 60...

Now that summer is here, the risk of parasite transmission increases for dogs and cats. This is especially true for heartworm infection, as these worms are transmitted through the bite of a mosquito. Part of our annual visit with dogs includes a heartworm test (this...

Many of our patients throughout the year come in with itchy skin, irritated eyes, inflamed ears, and other side effects of discomfort. Especially this time of year, we see an influx of patients suffering from a variety of allergies. Here at Paws & Claws we know...

We have recently received an influx in pet parent's requesting a modified spay, aka ovary sparing spay, but are curious whether this type of sterilization is truly more "beneficial" for their pet. Read the following as Dr. Shawn weighs out your options! Keep in mind,...

We are often contacted by pet parents who want to know when a pet should be seen if a new bump is discovered. Typically tumors are not emergencies and can wait until the next day. However, all lumps and bumps should be examined and usually aspirated or removed and...

We see many pets with bladder and kidney diseases. All of them require testing to some degree. Here is a brief explanation of some of the tests we may need to do to help us properly diagnose and treat your pet. Blood testing is done to check for any of the following:...

Holistic detoxification is a comprehensive multi-organ, total-body cleansing and natural detoxification program. It includes reducing toxin intake, enhancing toxin elimination, and using specific detoxification herbs and other supportive nutraceuticals to strengthen...

Many of our pet parents are interested in using CBD/Hemp Oil for their pets. CBD/Hemp Oil has become the latest “in” supplement for people to give their dogs and cats. Is this just a fad, or could CBD/Hemp Oil really help your pet? The answer is… It Depends. High...

Most pets require periodontal treatments every 6-12 months. In order to reduce the number of treatments done at the hospital, preventive home care is important. Ideally regular, even daily brushing of your pet’s teeth is the best approach. However, we recognize not...

Hemp/CBD oil is the supplement of the day, the latest fad. While I believe it can be beneficial for a variety of conditions, including seizures, immune support, cancer, aging-related issues, and anxiety, I fear that so many pet owners are jumping on the...