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November is Adopt A Senior Dog Month! Older dogs can make wonderful pets. They’re usually very sweet and gentle, and have less behavioral issues, such as digging and chewing. They’re also absolutely adorable! Here, an Ashburn, VA vet discusses adopting…

Have you noticed your dog taking longer to lie down recently? Does Fido sometimes limp when he first gets up? If so, your pooch may be developing arthritis. Arthritis is very common in our canine buddies. This painful condition develops…

Do you keep your cat inside? If so, that’s great! While Fluffy may love fun outdoor kitty sports, like refusing to come in when called and rolling around in the driveway, she’s really much better off staying inside. An Ashburn,…

Did you adopt your canine friend from a shelter? If so, this is a very special day for Fido. August 1 is also known as Dogust, and it’s become an unofficial day to celebrate shelter dog birthdays! We love seeing…

Have you decided to adopt a kitten? Congratulations! We love to see cats going to good, loving homes. However, your resident furball may not be quite as enthusiastic. If Mittens and little Fluffy start out on the wrong paw, it…

Summer is just around the corner! As the days get warmer, many of our canine buddies will be spending lots of time outdoors. Overheating is very dangerous for dogs, so you’ll need to keep a close eye on your pup…

There’s a truly special pet holiday coming up. May 3rd is Specially-Abled Pets Day! Just like people, pets can have a variety of health issues, ranging from vision and hearing impairment to missing limbs. These sweet pets often have a…

Does your dog enjoy his baths? If so, consider yourself lucky: most of our canine pals are not very enthusiastic about their beauty sessions. And, to be honest, giving Fido a bath isn’t always fun for people, either. We’re here…

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner! As celebrations and trappings of Irish food and culture pop up, this is a great time to talk about one of our canine pals. The Irish Setter is a sweet, smart, and…

Did you know that February is Walk Your Pet Month? While many of us commonly associate walking pets with dogs, some of our feline pals also enjoy taking regular strolls. Read on as an Leesburg, VA vet discusses walking Fluffy….