As you probably know, elderly dogs are fragile and many times frail. Boarding them can be stressful and stress can cause havoc in animals including humans. You might think your pup is totally healthy but unless you have had complete blood workup done, teeth cleaned regularly, heartworm prevention kept up to date, and any x-rays for any lumps, bumps or … Read More
Water is more important than food most of the time.
It was said in a seminar that the medical condition most often seen from boarding dogs was dehydration. That idea stuck with me and I have remained a stickler for making sure every single dog at Riverside is clean water from the moment they arrive. It is a written Standard Operating Procedure here and if not followed the team member’s … Read More
Not all Veterinarians are Created Equal
I have been in front of many Vets with many dogs. I have always had 6-7 dogs of my own and have seen them through various disease processes. It’s important to ask lots of questions of the Vet. If you perceive that the vet is uncomfortable answering your questions, go with your gut, find a new Vet. You have the … Read More