Pet Blog: Stories & Info About Dogs, Cats & Other Pets

Fat Cat Update

by Keri K. August 23, 2010

No free choice food, smaller portions, fewer treats, more activity, and ignoring his initial complaining all worked together to make a cat healthier.

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Dr. Race Foster says, “See your veterinarian!”

by Drs. Foster and Smith August 19, 2010

Dr. Race Foster discusses the importance of pet wellness exams and visiting your veterinarian.

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Pet Passionate? Yes We Are!

by Ellen B. August 19, 2010

Enjoy this fun video tour of several offices around the building to find out if Drs. Foster & Smith employees really are passionate about pets!

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Cat Stress: Tips for Vet Visits

by Holly Nash, DVM, MS August 18, 2010

Is your cat stressed by visits to the veterinarian? Read these tips to help your cat like (or at least not mind) vet visits.

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Swim Bladder

by Drs. Foster and Smith August 17, 2010

A swim bladder enables a fish to stay afloat when it stops swimming. Learn more!

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Itchin’ For a Cat Scratching Post?

by Melissa R. August 13, 2010

Got cats? Got scratched up walls, window sills, chair & table legs, carpeting and worst of all – your own leg? A cat scratching post can be your friend!

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Dr. Race Foster Discusses Pet Vaccinations

by Melissa R. August 13, 2010

Check out Dr. Foster’s interview about pet vaccinations, and other information about our National Pet Vaccination Initiative.

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Passages

by Barb S. August 11, 2010

A memorial post for Dulse, a beloved 13 year-old Newfie.

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WHAT is that SMELL? (Part 2)

by Drs. Foster and Smith August 9, 2010

After their dog got sprayed by a skunk, removing the smell from the house turned out to be a big challenge.

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National Pet Vaccination Initiative

by Ellen B. August 6, 2010

Did you know only 50% of dogs & a mere 40% of cats are vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases? Read about our action plan to stem the national epidemic of unvaccinated pets.

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