Make this the merriest of pet holidays for animals still awaiting their furever families by showing your support for local pet shelters. Many cat shelters and dog shelters welcome donations of basic supplies as well as the kindness of your time and TLC. Here are some suggestions from our team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital […] The post Holiday Spirit: Ways to Give Back to Local Animal Shelters appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

The holiday season can be a hectic time for pet owners. There’s travel, there’s guests going in and out of your house, and sometimes there’s a giant tree in the house all of a sudden. It’s a lot for your pet to handle. That’s why microchipping pets is so important during the holiday season. If […] The post The Importance of Microchipping Your Pet Before the Holiday Season appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

If you’re planning to pack your bags and your pets this holiday season, our team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital has some helpful hints for holiday travel with pets to start your journey on the right paw. The First Stop: Your Veterinarian’s Office Here’s why a pit stop at the vet’s office should be on […] The post Holiday Travel with Pets appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

As a pet parent, you want the very best for your furry friends—whether it’s quality healthcare, plenty of playtime, or a comfortable place to stay when you’re away. At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, we understand that finding a safe, fun, and reliable space for your pup can feel like a challenge. That’s why we’re thrilled […] The post Your Pet’s Home Away From Home: We Recommend The Bark Park Pet Resort & Daycare appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude, good food, and family gatherings. It’s also a season that inspires people to open their hearts and homes to those in need…including pets! If you’ve been considering adding a furry friend to your family, Thanksgiving might be the perfect time to take this big step. Adopting a pet for […] The post Grateful for a New Friend: Adopting a Pet This Thanksgiving appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Thinking of adopting a senior pet? There are definitely benefits to adopting a pet that is about 6 years of age or older; these dogs and cats may already be house or litterbox-trained, and they’ll generally require more relaxed exercise routines. With the potential for less training, you could have more time for building a […] The post How to Prepare for Bringing a Senior Pet into Your Home appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Halloween is one of the best holidays around, if you ask us. Most pet parents (and siblings!) spend it busily carving pumpkins and handing out treats. This means it’s all too easy to overlook the potential dangers this holiday brings to our pets.  From toxic treats to the chaos of trick-or-treating, Halloween can be more […] The post Keeping Your Pets Safe This Halloween: Top Tips appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Our pets are beloved members of our families, and their well-being is a top priority. At Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital, we strive to provide the highest quality care to ensure your pet’s health and comfort.  Understanding and managing pet pain is crucial to maintaining their well-being. This blog post will help you recognize signs of […] The post Understanding Pet Pain: How to Recognize and Treat It appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Let’s be honest, our canine companions love to lick doggone near everything, but if your pup seems overly persistent about licking his paws, it’s worth taking a closer look. Most of the time, paw licking is perfectly normal behavior. Dogs will lick their paws to keep their toes nice and tidy or to self-soothe. But […] The post Why Does My Dog Keep Licking His Paws? appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more

Responsible for up to 700,000 deaths around the world every year, mosquitoes have been coined the “world’s deadliest animal” by the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Despite their teeny-weeny size, mosquitoes, at just 2.5 milligrams, can wreak havoc on human health. But they don’t stop there. Infamous as carriers of heartworm disease, mosquitoes […] The post Heartworm and Heart Health: Long-Term Impacts and Management appeared first on Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital ..read more