by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 10, 2025 | Dogs, Pet Food, Pet Wellness
Have you ever thought about preparing fresh food for your dog yourself, instead of subscribing to a meal service? With all expensive “fresh” foods being marketed to pet owners, many people are looking for budget-friendly alternatives. However, as...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Sep 19, 2024 | Pet Wellness, Puppies, Vaccinations
Bringing a new puppy home is always an exciting moment! It’s so much fun watching them explore their surroundings, find out which toys they like best, and imagining the adventures you will share. But whether you adopted your puppy from a shelter, a breeder, or a...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Aug 5, 2024 | Cats, Exercise, General Cat Care, Pet Care, Pet Health, Pet Wellness, Visiting The Vet
What do cats need to be happy? Cuddles? Extra brushing? Lots of catnip? Wet food all day long? It’s not always easy to understand what a cat wants, but as long as you provide the basics, your cat should be happy. Every cat needs food, exercise, and veterinary...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | May 30, 2024 | Cats, Pet Food, Pet Wellness
Are grain-free diets good for cats? Many people assume that because cats are carnivores, they should only eat meat. However, good nutrition isn’t that simple. Even though cats need to eat a lot of protein, they can’t get all the nutrients they need from...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Sep 12, 2023 | Cats, General Cat Care, Pet Wellness
Does your cat seem to be obsessed with high places? Do they like to jump up on top of the refrigerator? Is their favorite pastime knocking your things off of the highest shelf in the room? Do they try to climb up your macrame plant hangers? Cats are instinctual...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Aug 14, 2023 | Dental Health, Dogs, Pet Wellness
A tooth abscess is a very painful condition, and if you get one, you’ll probably need a root canal. But did you know that dogs can get abscessed teeth too? Decayed or cracked teeth can easily become infected, and they get more and more painful as the infection...
