Richmond Valley Veterinary Practice

04/23/2025

What makes our pets such a positive influence on our mental health?

04/22/2025

From their adorable snort to bulging eyes and ever endearing waddle, smush-faced dogs are increasing in popularity due to their cuteness and fun-loving

04/21/2025

Tales from the Arctic about the four-legged Iditarod athletes in ‘The Last Great Race’ and how a local veterinarian cares for them.

04/18/2025

Bulldogs, with their trademark wrinkled faces and charming personalities, are among the top 10 most beloved dog breeds in the United States, according to

04/17/2025

Dental health is an important part of a pet's overall health. A pet's teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by a veterinarian.

04/16/2025

Modern pet parents are stepping it up when it comes to their pets' overall wellness. To stay on the cutting edge, we consulted our top pet experts for some of the hottest emerging pet trends of 2025.

04/15/2025

A veterinarian at the Corona Animal Emergency Center found 44 items in the stomach of a 7-month-old Bernese Mountain Dog that required surgery on Monday evening.

04/14/2025

Commercial pet food and treats can provide healthy diets and tasty rewards for pets but need to be handled with health and safety in mind. Just like people food, they sometimes may be contaminated with bacteria like Salmonella or Listeria, which can cause serious illness in animals and people.

04/11/2025

Largest ever analysis of feline bones from the country suggests the animals may have been prized exotic pets

04/10/2025

DELMARVA – If you’re a pet owner, you probably want to do whatever you can to keep your furry companion happy and healthy. Dr. Marianne Bailey with the Queenstown Veterinary Hospital says heart disease should be on every pet owner’s mind. If you have a dog, coughing, especially when laying dow...

04/09/2025

Pet dogs blink more in response to videos of other dogs blinking—new evidence of their complex communication

04/08/2025

New research reveals that a cat's attachment style influences its behavior, problematic actions, and oxytocin levels during owner interactions, highlighting the importance of nurturing human–cat relationships.

04/07/2025

By Jennifer Thomas A victim of domestic violence chooses to stay in an abusive situation because they do not want to leave their companion animal behind to be harmed. A veteran experiencing homelessness is forced to surrender their service dog because there are no pet friendly shelters. An older adu...

04/04/2025

Rabbits' teeth grow continuously, and bunnies wear them down by munching fiber-rich foods. Scientists suggest rabbits recycle a fine powder resulting from this constant grinding to fuel tooth growth.

04/03/2025

"Supercan Bulk of Miami, FL is recalling one lot of its Supercan Pig Ear Slivers pet treats (15.9 oz bags, expiration date 11/09/2026) due to Salmonella contamination. The affected product was distributed in Washington State and tested positive during routine sampling by the Washington State Department of Agriculture. No illnesses have been reported so far."

Supercan Bulk recall due to Salmonella contamination. Learn what to do if you have affected products and how to protect your pets

04/02/2025

Managing dietary and medical conditions becomes more challenging in homes with more than one pet, of which there are more than 30 million homes in the U.S.

04/01/2025

Virtual Bereavement Group with Richmond Valley Veterinary Practice and Susan Perel, LCSW-R

03/31/2025

You may have noticed your pooch gazing at the screen or seen pets on TikTok reacting to films. Here’s what science says – including what they like to watch