Hiking and camping enthusiasts look forward to the warm spring and summer months, ready to explore all the beautiful nature trails and parks. Sharing outdoor adventures with your four-legged companion is the perfect way to bond with your pet, and ensure they receive adequate mental and physical exercise. However, you and your pet must be [...]

The consequences of a parvovirus (parvo) diagnosis can be dire for your pet. Yet, although parvo is a common disease, the infection can be prevented in your pet. The team at Caldwell Animal Hospital wants to educate you on this important topic, to ensure your dog’s good health. Question: What causes parvo in dogs? Answer: [...]

The idea of experiencing a pet-related emergency is enough to cause any owner stress and anxiety. But, being prepared for such an unfortunate event with some basic veterinary first aid knowledge and items could save your pet’s life. While you may not be able to address every possible problem, being equipped with a few important [...]

Did you know that cats have their own versions of the common cold? You may be surprised to learn that healthy indoor cats can also fall victim to an infectious respiratory disease. Your cat may show only mild respiratory signs that resolve at home in a few days, or develop more serious complications. The Caldwell [...]

When your furry pal leans in for a kiss, do you recoil at their bad breath? Although you may think doggy or tuna breath is perfectly normal for dogs and cats, a healthy mouth should not have a stinky odor. So, the next time your pet gifts you with a slobbery wet kiss, take a [...]

Our canine pals are experts at showing us how much they love us, and are naturally eager to learn a new skill or behavior, especially when we reward them with treats. Training your dog is more than teaching them to sit on command, or fetch the morning paper. Every interaction with your dog is an [...]

Like human babies, puppies and kittens are not born with manners or an understanding of how to behave and interact. Proper socialization prepares your pet to enjoy interactions and become comfortable in any situation. Although our canine friends are naturally more social, cats also need social training to ensure they can adapt and remain calm [...]

Does this scenario sound familiar? You’re sitting on the couch with your dog snuggled close against your side, binge-watching the latest Netflix series. Your pooch is in a deep sleep, complete with doggy whimpers and twitching paws. Suddenly, a loud crack of thunder shakes your home, and your storm-fearing dog is startled awake. You smell [...]

How often have we lovingly called our pets thick, big boned, fluffy, chunky, or any manner of other cute phrases related to their weight? While an overweight pet isn’t anything to be ashamed of, a poor reflection on you as a pet owner, or a judgement of your lifestyle choices, it also is no laughing [...]

Seeing your pet in obvious distress is heartbreaking, but did you know that cats and dogs often show subtle signs of pain that are difficult to detect? Many pet owners do not know the many pain signals pets display, or chalk it up to simple old age changes, which can leave pets suffering silently for [...]