Companion Veterinary Clinic Snohomish/Clearview

12/03/2025

Good morning December ♥️

11/25/2025

Rushing your dog to the emergency vet 🚨 is NOT how you want to spend turkey day! 🦃

Keep this list handy and remind your friends!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hzJDXq

11/24/2025

11/20/2025

🐾 Every breeder knows this moment—the little buzz on your phone a few days after a puppy goes to their new family.

The message always starts sweetly:

“We absolutely adore him, but…”

And right then, your heart gives that familiar little ache.
Because you already know what’s coming.
He barks.
He nips.
He cries at night.
He’s just “a lot.”

But what they’re describing isn’t a flaw.

It’s just… a puppy.

A tiny soul who has left his mum, his littermates, and everything familiar—and is now trying to make sense of a whole new world. Of course he’s unsure. Of course he’s excitable. Of course he stumbles as he learns. That’s not misbehaviour. That’s babyhood.

As breeders, we try our very best to prepare new owners for this stage.
We explain the puppy phase, the developmental leaps, the normal hiccups.
We talk about patience, boundaries, structure, and love.
And we strongly encourage training with a licensed facility—because guidance from professionals builds confidence in both the puppy and the family.

We know firsthand that a well-rounded dog doesn’t simply “happen.”
They’re shaped—with time, consistency, teaching, and teamwork.

But some people still imagine the puppy they see online: calm at eight weeks, never chewing a shoe, somehow understanding every cue instantly.

They forget that behind every beautifully trained adult dog is someone who put in the effort—
the late nights,
the repetition,
the gentle corrections,
the celebrating of tiny wins,
the commitment to keep showing up.

So when we hear, “He’s lovely, but I don’t think we’re the right fit,”

So often what they mean is: I wanted the love without the learning curve.

Even the most thoughtfully raised puppies aren’t pre-programmed. They come with wide-open hearts and sponge-like minds, eager to learn your routines, your voice, your energy. They don’t need perfection—they need calm guidance, structure, and time to grow.

Some people think an “easy” puppy is a “good” puppy.
But the truth is: every puppy is good.
They’re just new.
And new things take effort to shape.

Before they’re confident, they’re clumsy.
Before they’re calm, they’re curious.
Before they’re well-rounded, they’re wonderfully messy.

As breeders, we witness it all.
And when puppies come back confused and afraid, wondering why their little world changed again, we hold them close and whisper, “You did nothing wrong, sweetheart.”

Because it’s never their fault when someone wasn’t ready for the work that turns a baby dog into a brilliant companion.

Raising a puppy isn’t instant.
It’s sleepless nights, a few puddles, zoomies during dinner, and tiny teeth trying to understand boundaries.

But it’s also the start of something extraordinary—the trust, the loyalty, and the deep bond that lasts a lifetime.
And that bond grows because someone puts in the time, the training, and the heart.

A puppy isn’t a trial run or a temporary phase.
It’s a commitment.
A promise.
A piece of your heart on four little paws.

If you’re not ready for the messy, magical work of puppyhood, that’s okay—truly. Just wait until you can give your whole heart and the consistent effort they deserve.

Because these little souls depend on us.
And they deserve nothing less. 💜🐾
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11/11/2025

Novembers special! Call for details!
360-668-4810

11/09/2025

Causes, symptoms, treatments

10/29/2025

Are male or female dogs better behaved, more loyal, or healthier? The truth may surprise you. See what science and owners reveal.

10/29/2025

NATIONAL CAT DAY 🐱 A purrfect day for your special feline to get extra attention, treats, and appreciation! Drop a picture of your furry friend below! https://www.wfla.com/

08/28/2025

Call for details! 360-668-4810

08/28/2025

The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) was founded as a private, not-for-profit foundation in 1966 by John M. Olin, a well-known inventor, industrialist, philanthropist, conservationist, and sportsman.

Olin was an avid sportsman, hunter, and field trial participant. When hip dysplasia began to impact the performance of Olin’s dogs, he organized an initial meeting with representatives of the veterinary community, the Golden Retriever Club of America, and the German Shepherd Dog Club of America to discuss means of limiting the disease. This ultimately led to the formation and incorporation of the OFA.

Learn more: https://ofa.org/about/
Image via Waterfowl Stamps and More

08/21/2025

🎉🐾 Get Ready for WagFest! 🐾🎉

📅 Saturday, Sept 6 | 📍 Evergreen Playfield Track, Mountlake Terrace, WA

Seattle Kennel Club & DOGG!T are bringing you a full day of fun, titles, and tail-wagging activities for you and your pup! Here’s what’s happening:

🐾 Meet the Breeds!
This is your chance to educate the public about your breed. Clubs—RSVP to reserve your space and complete your public education requirement? Email us - [email protected]

🏃‍♀️ FitRun/Dog Walk
⏰ 10:30 AM (Day-of registration opens at 10 AM)
Bring your pup for a 1.5 mile cross-country trail walk!
✅ $10 Pre-Register | $15 Cash/Zelle Day-of | FREE Walk (no goodies)
🎁 Registrants get: Nutrimax prize, raffle entry, & AKC FitDog Title info
👉 Pre-register here: https://7m4lomcef42.typeform.com/to/SBI2Pcer
👉 Get your dog’s AKC number here: https://www.akc.org/register/dog/ (select All American Dog if mixed breed)

🐶 AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Testing
⏰ Registration: 11:30 AM | Testing: 12 PM
A 10-task evaluation confirming real-world manners. Passing earns your dog a CGC certificate or title!
✅ Adds credibility for therapy work, sports, or just bragging rights
👉 Pre-register here: https://7m4lomcef42.typeform.com/to/ZtFJkJHV
Learn more: https://www.akc.org/products-services/training-programs/canine-good-citizen

🎭 AKC Trick Dog Testing
⏰ Registration: 1:30 PM | Testing begins after CGC
Show off your dog’s best tricks—sit, spin, shake, fetch, paws up, and more!
✅ All dogs welcome—purebred or mixed
✅ Earn an official AKC Trick Dog Title
👉 Pre-register here: https://7m4lomcef42.typeform.com/to/VZFFiqwj
Learn more: https://www.akc.org/sports/trick-dog/resources/trick-dog-applications/

✨Mark your calendars & join us for a day of titles, training, and tail-wagging fun at WagFest!✨ Wag Fest - MLT's 1st Annual Pet Festival

08/21/2025

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https://iloveveterinary.com/blog/why-do-dogs-eat-grass/