Our Blog What You Need to Know About Genetic Testing in Pets Genetic testing for pets typically involves a saliva swab and is extremely accurate. It is also pretty affordable, and the results are pretty amazing Why should you consider genetic testing your pet? At Home Pet Doctor is here to explain. Read More Flea, Heartworm, and Tick Preventives for Cats and Dogs When it comes to your pet’s health, prevention is key. Immunizations help prevent nasty diseases like rabies and parvovirus. Microchipping helps you and Fido reunite after an accidental separation. And flea, heartworm, and tick preventives keep your pets from having to deal with destructive pests. In this blog, the team at the At Home Pet […] Read More Weight Management For Cats and Dogs Chunky pets may be adorable, but the pet obesity epidemic isn’t. Pet obesity can lead to a host of problems from diabetes and heart disease to arthritis and respiratory distress. That’s why many veterinarians are working to spread the word about the harm pet obesity can bring—and what you can do for your overweight cat […] Read More Hiking With Your Dog in Colorado Colorado is home to spectacular mountain peaks with miles of hiking trails for adventurers of all levels. If you’re thinking about taking your dog with you on your next mountain trek, At Home Pet Doctor’s owner and veterinarian Dr. Richard Gastellum is an avid hiker himself, and he has some helpful hints for keeping your […] Read More Prevent Pet Obesity With Diet and Exercise There are several factors that contribute to weight gain. Primarily, there is an unbalanced ratio of calories taken in versus calories used. Patterns can emerge over time (begging for treats, passing over nutritious/healthy foods, preferring to spend more time on the couch, etc.) that all play their roles in weight gain. Pet owners have the […] Read More Mobile Veterinary Hospitals: What You Should Know As a loving pet parent, you undoubtedly want your pets to receive the care they need, when they need it. But if you’ve ever had to wrangle a frantic feline into a carrier or clean up after a carsick canine, you know that traveling with pets can be tricky—and sometimes messy. Read More When is the Right Time to Spay/Neuter Your Pet? Compassionate pet owners know that spaying or neutering their pets is the most responsible thing to do to help curb pet overpopulation and reduce the number of animals that end up in shelters. Recent estimates from the ASPCA say that roughly 6.3 million companion pets end up in shelters every year in the United States. […] Read More The Keystone to Health: Pet Dental Care While many pet owners largely accept stinky doggy or kitty breath as part of the territory, the fact is that halitosis requires prompt attention. As the first outward sign of periodontal (gum) disease, bad breath indicates that something is “off” inside a pet’s mouth. Periodontal disease affects a majority of pets over age three; however, […] Read More Should You Spay or Neuter Your Dog? Experienced Veterinarians Discuss The decision if and when to spay or neuter a dog is an individual one and should be made in conjunction with your veterinarian. The recommendations are in flux based on data collected over the past three decades and are somewhat breed dependent. Factoring into your decision will be: Dr. Gastellum and two other veterinarians, […] Read More Dr. Gastellum’s Perspective on Hiking with Dogs Dr. Gastellum is featured in a blog post on Cary Unkelbach’s blog (used with permission). Click here to learn more about things to think about while hiking with your pet such as: Read More Older Posts
