The Importance of Routine Vet Visits
Routine exams are important for your pet. They allow our North Boulder vets to ensure your companion is in good health and find any emerging issues early while they are the most treatable.
Limping in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
At North Boulder Companion Animal Hospital, we often have patients brought in for limping. Today, our North Boulder vets look at the many causes of limping in dogs, what you can do to help your limping dog, and when it's time to see a vet.
Recent fires affect a family of Boulder veterinarian
Our support and best wishes to Dr. Shelle Raines and her family lost their home and all of their possessions during the Marshall Fire on December 30, 2021.
Raines Family Fire Relief Fund
Our team at North Boulder Companion Animal Hospital has started a GoFundMe campaign in order to raise funds to help one of our veterinarians. Dr. Raines and her family lost their home and belongings during the tragic Marshall Fire on December 30th, 2021. If you can, please donate what you are able to today!
What qualifications should I look for in a vet?
You love your pet and want to be sure that the veterinarian you choose has the right qualifications to provide the care that your animal needs. So, what qualifications should you look for in a vet?
Preventing Heartworm Disease in Pets
Heartworm is a serious disease that can result in heart failure, severe lung disease, damage to other organs and even death for pets in North Boulder. Heatworm disease is typically found in cats, dogs and ferrets. Here, our vets explain why prevention is key.
Protecting Your Pet (And Your Family) From Ticks
Ticks spread a number of serious diseases threatening the health of people and pets throughout the US. Here, our North Boulder vets explain how these common parasites thrive, signs of illness to beware of, and how to keep ticks away from your pets and your family.
How do I know if my pet has Lyme disease?
Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases around the world. Here, our North Boulder vets share some important information about Lyme disease in pets: what it is, symptoms to watch for, and treatment options.
Why should I bring my pet in for a fecal exam?
Annual fecal exams at your vet's office are the best way to keep your pet and your family safe from intestinal parasites. Routine fecals give your North Boulder vet a chance to check for intestinal parasites before more serious conditions arise.
How can I tell if my cat or dog has fleas?
Fleas are a very common external parasite that can make your pet miserable! Left untreated, fleas can lead to infections and cause serious diseases. Today our North Boulder vets explain the early signs of fleas, and what to do if your pet has fleas.