No matter what holiday you celebrate during this festive season, it’s important to consider what is safe for your pets. Deck the Halls with Balls & Frisbees—Skip the Boughs of Holly Make sure trees, lights, and other decorations are properly secured and out of reach of your pets. These decorations are tempting for pets to play with and can be dangerous. Avoid using tinsel—it entices curious cats and can cause serious harm. If you’re lighting a menorah, kinara, or other holiday candles, keep them on a higher surface, out of reach from any wagging tails that could knock them over. Poisonous ..read more

To know a cat is to know purr joy—that’s why we are so excited that December is National Cat Lovers Month! Whether you have a cat in your life or just appreciate how meowvelous cats are, there are many excellent ways to celebrate. Consider Adopting A Cat  Cats are one of the most popular pets for a reason. They are great companions and form unique bonds with humans. Unfortunately, cat overpopulation remains an issue, so if you are looking to add a cat to your family, consider adopting one from a shelter. Volunteer at a Shelter & Raise Awareness Not ready to be a paw-rent? Re ..read more

Pet Diabetes Month November is Pet Diabetes Month—the perfect time to discuss what it means to have a pet with diabetes and learn the early signs. Diabetes is estimated to affect one in 200 cats and one in 300 dogs. Diabetes is one of the most common endocrine disorders in pets. With proper treatment and nutrition, your pet can have a long, happy life! What is pet diabetes? Pet diabetes, or diabetes mellitus, occurs when the body can’t effectively move glucose (sugar in the blood that comes from food) into cells, resulting in too much glucose in the blood and insufficient in the cells. As a re ..read more

When you think of what you’re thankful for this Thanksgiving, does your pet cross your mind? We’re certainly thankful for all our wonderful patients, which is why we want to help your pet stay safe during your Thanksgiving feasts. Most of the traditional human Thanksgiving treats are not safe for pets. Keep your pet happy and healthy with these Thanksgiving Pet Safety tips! Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with everyone in your family, including your pets! Show your pet you’re thankful for them with these safety tips to keep them happy and healthy during the fes ..read more

National Animal Shelter Week is November 6-12! If you’re considering adding a new pet to your family, consider adopting from a local animal shelter. Learn more about the benefits of adopting from a shelter. National Animal Shelter Week – Why Adopt? November 6-12 is National Animal Shelter Week! If you’re considering adding a new furry family member to your household, check out your local shelters and rescue groups. There are so many reasons to adopt a pet from a shelter—here’s why: Save A Life According to the Humane Society of the United States, 6-8 million animals end up in shelters yearly ..read more

Let’s face it, our veterinary technicians do not deserve just one day of celebration, they deserve an entire week of “pawsitivity” and “pampurrring”! Here at Adobe Pet Hospital, we recognize all the hard work, dedication, and love that our techs give to every animal they care for. While most may think that vet techs just give cuddles and get puppy kisses all day, our awesome tech heroes that do that and so much more! Not sure what all a vet technician does? When a tech takes your furry friend into the exam room to be seen by the veterinarian at Adobe Pet Hospital, they perform the preliminary ..read more

Pets bring so much joy, chaos, and laughter into our lives! Have you ever wondered why they do some of the silly things they do? Here are a few fun facts about your furry friends. Don’t sweat it Dogs do not sweat through their skin, only through the pads on their feet. They pant to circulate air through their bodies to cool down. How are cats so flexible? Cats’ bodies have over 230 bones (humans only have about 206)! Additionally, their pelvis and shoulders are loosely attached to their spine, adding to their ability to squeeze into very tight places. A dog’s nose always knows Dogs have roughl ..read more

Fall is just around the corner. The mornings will get chillier and the nights cooler making it the perfect time to get your pets out and about. While the fall is great time for your pet, there are still some precautions that you should take. Back to School You may be so busy shuttling your kids to the store for new school supplies, that you may not notice a few markers or glue sticks missing. While most back to school supplies have low toxicity as they’re designed for children, they can still cause issues with your pets. Items that are small enough to be chewed on or swallowed may cause intest ..read more