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Our doctors brainstormed some fun facts about pets (some that even our staff didn’t know!) for a new series we’re calling “Did you know?” Some are pet health and some are just plain fun! Extra special thanks to Dr. Yung for putting it all together for us. We’ll add a new fact each week, so…

What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis (often referred to “lepto” for short) is a zoonotic disease carried by spirochete bacteria.  The spirochete is shed primarily in the urine of infected animals and enters the body through cuts, abraded skin, water-softened skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Lepto has hundreds of types, called serovars, with 4-5 particular serovars that are…

Atopic dermatitis, also called Atopy, is an immune hypersensitivity to certain allergens in the environment, both inhaled and those that have contact with the skin. This allergic skin disease does have a hereditary trait, so you shouldn’t breed animals that are known to have atopic dermatitis. However, the immune system is complex, and dogs or…

This is a question we hear more and more lately, as pet insurance companies have begun offering affordable plans. Why are more people opting for insurance? As innovation in veterinary medicine has created more advanced treatment options for pets, insurance has become a way for pet parents to make cutting-edge medical care affordable. What company should…

The heat of summer is on, which means the bees, wasps, and bugs are out in full force!  Just like people, not all pets will have a severe reaction to a bite or sting, but there is at least a little pain from the sting, and maybe something more severe. Stings Bees and wasps are…

Believe me, I understand how hard it can be to bring your cat to the vet.  My cat Lula is no joke.  I’m not just talking about having a hard time getting her into the carrier, or some meowing during the car ride here- in fact, she has no problem getting in the carrier willingly…

Summertime means summer fun, but it can also mean added risk of outdoorsy injuries – tussling with other pets or wildlife, taking a tumble while hiking, slipping on a rock while swimming; all the accidental side effects of enjoying our beautiful Oregon summer. So what should you do if your pet gets hurt? Dr. Yung…

Yes, they do!  Both outdoor and indoor cats are at risk for harmful parasites, some of which can infect both cats and humans. Why is year-round parasite prevention for cats important? Outdoor cats are at high risk for fleas and intestinal parasites due to their activity.  All outdoor cats are hunters until proven otherwise (i.e….

Did you know that both Dr. Yung and Dr. Marcus perform veterinary acupuncture?  This method has been used to treat humans for thousands of years, but many pet owners don’t realize that it can be used on pets, too. So we asked Dr. Marcus to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about acupuncture…

Periodontal disease is the most common health problem in dogs and cats.  This disease occurs when oral bacteria attach to the teeth as a part of plaque.  The plaque and bacteria then expand under the gum line, creating inflammation and attachment loss of the soft tissue surrounding the tooth (called the periodontal space).  This process…