Backyard cookouts are a summer tradition—but they can be full of hidden hazards for pets. While those puppy-dog eyes might beg for a bite of your burger, it’s important to know what’s safe and what could cause serious harm. Foods to Keep Away From Pets Cooked bones: Especially chicken or rib bones—can splinter and [...]

When you think of sunburn, you probably imagine a day at the beach, not your pet. But dogs and cats can get sunburned—and it’s more common than many pet owners realize. Pets Most at Risk Light-colored or short-haired breeds Hairless breeds (like Chinese Cresteds or Sphynx cats) Pets with shaved or thin fur due [...]

As temperatures soar during the warmer months, our pets are at a greater risk for heat stroke — a potentially life-threatening condition that can escalate quickly without immediate action. Unlike humans, dogs and cats don’t sweat to cool themselves. They rely primarily on panting, which makes them far more vulnerable to overheating. At Vets to [...]

Summer is a great time for outdoor fun with your furry friends, but as temperatures rise, so does the risk of injury from an unexpected source — the pavement beneath their paws. Asphalt and concrete can heat up quickly in the sun, becoming dangerously hot for pets and potentially causing painful burns or heat-related illnesses. [...]

Every year, hundreds of dogs suffer and die from heat stroke after being left in hot vehicles. It’s a tragic and preventable situation. Even when the outside temperature feels "mild," the interior of a parked car can become dangerously hot within minutes — turning a quick errand into a life-threatening situation for your pet. How [...]

As the temperatures rise and summer adventures call, many dog owners find themselves heading to lakes, beaches, and pools with their furry companions in tow. While swimming can be a fun and healthy activity for dogs, it also comes with a unique set of safety concerns. We want to ensure that you and your pet [...]

At Vets to Pets, we understand that unexpected medical expenses can be challenging for pet owners. However, after careful consideration, we've chosen not to offer payment plans for several important reasons: Financial Risks and Operational Challenges Managing payment plans involves significant financial risks and administrative burdens. A study analyzing six years of payment plan data [...]

Let’s admit it. We all sneak our pets a few extra treats from time to time. It’s just human nature to want to spoil our loved ones with food. However, obesity is heavily impacting our pets and their quality of life. In a study performed in 2020, 56% of dogs seen by a veterinarian were [...]

Leptospirosis, or lepto, is a zoonotic disease that is contracted from food, water, and soil that has been contaminated with infected animal urine. Common wildlife animals carry leptospirosis and excrete the bacteria in your yard when they urinate. When you or your dog come in contact with a contaminated source, you have a chance of [...]

When bringing your dog in for their annual veterinary visit, you may have been offered to vaccinate your pet with a leptospirosis, or lepto, vaccine. Oftentimes this vaccine is referred to as a “lifestyle” vaccine, meaning that the vaccine is necessary for dogs that have a lifestyle that puts them at risk of contracting lepto. [...]