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Deaf Dog Awareness Week is September 20th to the 26st! Any pooch can develop hearing problems due to trauma, infection, injury, or even just old age. However, congenital deafness is quite prevalent in pale pups, particularly Dalmations, white Boxers and…

Did you know that rabbits can be taught to use litterboxes? Floppy doesn’t take to using boxes as quickly as cats do, but she can learn to leave her messes in her personal bathroom, rather than on the floor. Training…

One of Fluffy’s least favorite holidays is coming up. August 22nd is Take Your Cat To The Vet Day! While your cat would no doubt much rather take another nap than visit us, she’ll be much healthier—and therefore happier—with proper…

Does your dog get super excited when he thinks he’s about to get a treat? We suspect that the answer to that question is a yes. If there’s one thing that gets Fido’s cute tail going, it’s the thought of…

Somehow, cats and dairy just seem to go together—maybe you’re already picturing a cat happily lapping up milk from a saucer in the kitchen! You may be surprised to learn that cats and dairy, in fact, don’t mix. Learn more…

Shedding is a natural part of life for most dogs. That doesn’t mean it’s any fun for you when it’s time to clean up the pet fur! If you would like to cut down on your dog’s shedding, try these…

Why deal with a problem when you can avoid it in the first place? When it comes to your pet’s health, preventative care allows you to do just that! With a few precautionary measures, your pet can stay healthy for…

Shelters and the pets housed in them can sometimes get a bad rap, perhaps because of the nature of animal rescue work. You shouldn’t believe everything you hear—there are many wonderful reasons to adopt a pet from a shelter! Here,…

Cialis Jelly (Tadalafil) is a drug for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. What is erectile dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection necessary for sexual intercourse. How does Cialis Jelly work? Cialis Jelly contains the…

It’s Poison Prevention Month—are you aware of potential toxins for your dog that are already in your home? It’s up to you to keep Fido safe from harm. Below, your Carol Stream, IL veterinarian tells you what to stay on…