One of the worst feelings to experience as a pet owner is realizing a pet has gone missing. And considering only 17% of lost dogs and 2% of lost cats make it back to their owners, it can often feel impossible to get a pet back. This is why microchipping…
National Poison Prevention Week, which was enacted by Congress in 1961, always occurs on the third week in March. This year for 2019, it falls from March 18 to March 24th. So, what exactly is the purpose of National Poison Prevention Week? This specific week has been set aside to…
February is National Pet Dental Health Month—which gives us a reason to remind you just how important good oral hygiene is for your pet. But at MVC, every month is Dental Month and we have a NEW standing offer: book your pet's dental within 30 days of a dental evaluation and you'll save…
An excessive level of vitamin D has been found in some Hill’s canned diets for dogs—these include Science Diets and Prescription Diets. While vitamin D is an essential nutrient for dogs, overconsumption of it can lead to potential health issues, which are dependent on the level of vitamin D consumed…
We want to say a big thank you to our clients who by and large, have taken the responsible step of spaying (and neutering) their pets! Dogs are 15 times more prolific than humans, and cats 45 times more “fruitful”. That makes for millions of unwanted pets each year that…
Losing weight or getting in shape seems to be on just about every other person’s to-do list for the new year—and if it’s on yours, you may already have a great workout partner: your dog!Just like humans, overweight pets are more likely to develop diabetes, osteoarthritis, high blood pressure, heart…
If you’re looking to start the new year off on the right paw with your pet, here’s a few basic training strategies to help you both have a better 2019. Got a problem barker? It’s a pretty common issue, but you’ve got to be consistent and patient if you want…
Got holiday travel plans that include your pet? Here’s some helpful information to make sure your trip goes smoothly: Health and/or travel certificates from an accredited veterinarian will likely be required to take your pet out of state or out of the country. Check the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s pet…
The winter holidays are fun for us humans, but our parties, decorations, and festive foods can put our pets at risk! Here are a few tips for keeping your animal companion safe this season: Skip the tinsel if you have cats. They’re very attracted to shiny objects and you don’t…
Got plans for the holidays? If so, it’s not too soon to make boarding reservations for your pets! In fact, our spots are already starting to fill up for the most popular weeks, so make sure you call soon—not only to book your pet’s stay, but also to check that…
