Pet Education Blog

A collection of helpful articles, recommendations and helpful tips for you and your pet.

Heat Stroke in Pets

If you can’t take the heat…Get out of the kitchen! Heat Stroke in Pets As the weather starts to heat up this season we would like to discuss and help you understand more about this life threatening condition. Understanding the potential causes, diagnostic steps, and treatment options can help you determine how to keep your

Do I need pet insurance?

Pet health insurance is a growing industry with many companies offering different coverages. The growing cost of care and advancements in technology within the veterinary field relate to increased service prices, thus insurance can help offset a percentage of veterinary costs. In general, the concept of pet insurance is recommended rather than individual companies or

Does my dog have pain from arthritis?

I’m Mike Conzemius and I’m a board-certified veterinary surgeon. For 30+ years I’ve performed veterinary surgery and trained veterinary students, interns and residents. A common question that owners, veterinary students and young veterinarians ask is, how do I know if a dog has pain from arthritis? What is arthritis? Arthritis is derived from the Greek