The Round-the-Clock Battle: How to Shield Your Pets from Fleas and Ticks

The Round-the-Clock Battle: How to Shield Your Pets from Fleas and Ticks

Between vaccinations, excellent nutrition, daily exercise, and dental care, pet owners have their work cut out for them when it comes to preventing disease. In addition to these basics, year-round flea and tick prevention is of great importance. Not only is a proactive approach to parasites a game-changer for the household and your lifestyle, but […]
Fact or Fiction? Exposing The Truth Behind Popular Pet Myths

Fact or Fiction? Exposing The Truth Behind Popular Pet Myths

Have you ever found yourself wondering about the truth behind life’s urban legends and “general knowledge”, such as the 5-second rule or that eating carrots will improve eyesight, only to come to the conclusion that the answers to life’s quandaries can be downright fishy? Even with the vast amount information available to us with the […]
Season’s Eatings: Offer Healthy Pet Snacks to Your Buddy During the Holidays

Season’s Eatings: Offer Healthy Pet Snacks to Your Buddy During the Holidays

The holiday season is not known as a time of year where many of us lose weight. Between the buttery, sugary desserts and rich, savory meat dishes, we’re lucky if we keep weight gain to a solid five to ten pounds. Pets are no exception to this trend, but with some healthy pet snacks waiting […]
Festive Thanksgiving Fare that is Safe for Pets

Festive Thanksgiving Fare that is Safe for Pets

Thanksgiving is a time for togetherness and sharing the seasonal harvest, and the team at Rocklin Ranch Veterinary Hospital has some tips to help you include your pets safely in the celebration. Just be sure to mention to your guests that food sharing with Fifi is a no-no and that you already have a tempting, […]
Fitness for Fido: How Much Exercise Does a Pet Really Need?

Fitness for Fido: How Much Exercise Does a Pet Really Need?

As the winter months come to a close, we look ahead to the coming spring. Uh-oh. It’s that dreaded time when the shorts and swimsuits come out, and many of us will be back out the gym, aspiring for that bikini body and working on our fitness goals. Along with your own exercise plans, you […]
Cheers to Good Health: Senior Pet Wellness in the New Year

Cheers to Good Health: Senior Pet Wellness in the New Year

Your senior pet has been with you through good times and bad. They’ve seen you at your best, worst, and everywhere in between. And, they still love and adore you! The deep connection and satisfying companionship of a senior pet is incomparable, and wanting to give them the absolute best in their golden years is […]
A Healthy New Year: Tackling Pet Obesity in 2018

A Healthy New Year: Tackling Pet Obesity in 2018

It probably comes as no surprise that the most popular New Year’s resolution is to get healthy or lose weight. Many of us could stand to eat a little better and move more, and the same could probably be said for our animal companions. The rise in pet obesity rates over the past several years […]
In With the New: New Year’s Resolutions for Pets

In With the New: New Year’s Resolutions for Pets

Have you made your new year’s resolutions yet? With 2017 winding down, many of us turn to the coming year with new energy and ready to tackle new goals. Why not set aside a few new year’s resolutions for your pets, too? If you haven’t thought about this yet, have no fear! We’ve got 5 […]
Safe At Home: Introducing Your Pet And New Baby

Safe At Home: Introducing Your Pet And New Baby

For parents, welcoming a new baby into the family is one of life’s greatest moments. Unfortunately, this wonderful milestone in our lives may be a confusing and upsetting one for our four-legged family members. Introducing a pet and new baby can be tricky, but with the right attitude and plenty of preparation, the transition can […]
Human Medications: Common Culprits of Pet Poisonings

Human Medications: Common Culprits of Pet Poisonings

Certain pharmaceuticals have the potential to bring us great relief. From headaches and allergies to congestion and depression, human medications ease symptoms and eliminate pain. But when half of all pet poisonings are related to them, it’s time for drastic measures to protect your pet. Script or Not Prescription medications aren’t necessarily more toxic to […]