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A Vital Vet Publication: We're deeply affected when we lose one of "our own". This article is written in memory of Cyclone, one such soulful creature; he was a renaissance man, a flyball legend, and the sweetest pup you'd ever meet.  We had the pleasure of spending time with Cyclone at the STAAR Conference throughout the years.  He was one of our...

A VITAL VET Publication: "Options" - that's what pet parents need.  What are the options for my pet?  How do I know what to choose?  Here at Vital Vet, that's what we provide - OPTIONS.  Need a sling or harness?  How do I keep my dog safe at home?  What are my options for providing him with traction or protection? ...

MASSIVE SHOUT OUT! It's an honor and pleasure to officially introduce Dr. Jana Gams to the Vital Vet community!! "Think Before You Throw" and "Is Sloppy Sitting Something to Worry About?", are two of Vital Vet's MOST POPULAR articles - both written by Dr. Jana Gams.  Check them out if you haven't done so yet.  Many of you are asking for more from...

Older dogs and those with injuries or balance issues can have trouble moving around the home, especially on slippery surfaces like tile or wood floors.  Some dogs react to slippery floors by not wanting to get up or walk - they lack confidence and will elect to "stay put" rather than risk slipping.  Pets that are nervous about moving around can become even weaker by...

Repetitive ball throwing: facts and alternatives Not sure what might be bad about repetitive ball throwing? Read and learn some more appropriate ways of exercising and bonding with your dog. “A tired dog is a good dog” - perhaps, but we are really happy that more and more dog owners are becoming aware of a potentially bad outcome from repetitively...