by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Are you getting frustrated because your cat just won’t leave your houseplants alone? Are you tired of sweeping up dirt and broken plant pots? Is your cat chomping every new leaf that sprouts? Are you worried that eating your plants might be making your kitty...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 22, 2024 | Pet Owners, Visiting The Vet
It’s a heartbreaking fact, but there are literally millions of homeless pets living in shelters around the country. April 30th is Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, so now is a good time to think about bringing a new pet home or donating to a local shelter. If you want to...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 17, 2024 | Dental Health, Dogs, Pet Food
Are processed foods bad for your dog’s teeth? Is it more natural for dogs to eat raw meat and chew on bones? Do dogs get tired of eating the same thing every day? When it comes to selecting the best diet for your dog’s health, people have a lot of...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 4, 2024 | Cats, Dental Health, General Cat Care, Pet Food
Does your cat like to nibble on the lawn when you bring them outside? Do they constantly attack your houseplants? It might be that they just need a few more greens in their diet. Wheatgrass, also known as “cat grass” is a healthy way to get your cat to eat more...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Mar 29, 2024 | Dogs, Exercise, General Dog Care, Pet Safety
Have you ever seen someone trip over their dog’s leash because they’re staring at their phone? Or seen someone so deep in conversation that they tug their dog along when they haven’t finished pooping yet? Don’t be that guy! Distracted dog walking is not only...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Mar 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Spring is here, and flower gardens are starting to burst into bloom. But even though these blossoms are a beautiful sight, they also harbor hidden dangers. Many types of spring flowers are poisonous to pets, and some can even be deadly. For instance, Easter lilies can...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Mar 4, 2024 | Cats, General Cat Care, Pet Food
Knowing how much you should feed your cat is very important for their health and wellbeing. Overfeeding can lead to obesity and a number of different health problems, but underfeeding is equally harmful for their bodies. To calculate the correct amount, you need to...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Feb 29, 2024 | Cats, Dental Health, Dogs
Pets might not need their teeth to last for several decades like we do, but they can still develop many of the same dental problems. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, so before the month is over, we’d like to take this chance to remind you why dental care...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Feb 9, 2024 | Fun, Pet Owners
Can your pet be your Valentine? Sure! Nobody loves us like our pets do. And even though we shower them with affection, they always appreciate some extra one-on-one time. So whether you want to spoil them with some extra treats or get gorgeous with grooming, here are...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Jan 29, 2024 | Dental Health, Dogs
Dogs use their teeth a lot. When it comes to chewing, it seems like some dogs can’t ever get enough. Whether they’re obsessed with tug-of-war or gnawing their way through a series of chew toys, dogs need strong teeth for most of their favorite hobbies. But since they...
