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What to do for a dog afraid of fireworks. Pet safety on July 4th.
The 4th of July holiday is one of the most anticipated human celebrations of the summer. Unfortunately, dogs often react differently, primarily due to noise phobia from fireworks. Since one loud bang frightens some pets, you can take precautions to reduce anxiety in a...
Pet First Aid: Simple Tips to Be Prepared
We don’t call our pets “fur babies” for nothing. For many of us, our pets are truly another member of the family. As with human family members, our pets can sometimes encounter emergency situations that require pet first aid. You can prepare by creating a pet first...
Hiking with a Dog: Pet Safety Considerations Before, During & After Your Hike
Hiking with a dog is a wonderful way to bond with your pet and get in a workout. Plus, you can reap all the natural benefits of being outdoors. Studies have shown that spending time outside is good for you and can improve your overall health. You'll need to take...
Revised COVID-19 protocols based on CDC guidelines
Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies has revised COVID-19 protocols based on CDC guidelines and recommendations from local health officials. As a state-of-the-art medical facility, safety and sanitation have always been a top priority. Since 2020, we have also made...
Emergency Vet Care: How Do You Know When It’s Needed?
In a true pet medical emergency, moments count. However, for pet owners, it can be tough to know when a pet health issue requires an emergency vet visit. Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies emergency veterinarians know that providing always-open, 24/7 vet care can...
Could my dog coughing be a sign of something serious?
There are many reasons for dog coughing, and an occasional cough is just part of a dog’s life. Environmental factors or pathogens (such as in recent cases of respiratory illness in Colorado and other states) can cause dog coughing. However, dog coughing can also be a...
Veterinary Emergency Triage and What to Expect
If You Think It’s an Emergency, Please Come In If you think that your pet is experiencing a veterinary medical emergency, please bring them to our 24 hour vet hospital. Certain injuries, including if your pet has been bitten by another dog or wild animal, or they were...
OUTDATED–IMPORTANT COVID-19 UPDATE (as of 9.27.2021): MASKS ARE NOW REQUIRED FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS VISITING THE HOSPITAL
Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies has new COVID-19 protocols designed to make it safe, comfortable, and convenient for our clients, pet patients, and staff during visits, including: We are now requiring ALL individuals to wear masks while at our hospital (inside...
Cat Limping? Possible Causes and What to Do
Cat Limping May Indicate a Veterinary Emergency If you notice your cat limping, it could be an injury or other medical condition impacting a muscle, joint, bone, paw, or other tissue. Cat limping can result from trauma like jumping, falling from a high surface, or...
What You Should Know About Dog ACL Surgery
An Introduction to Dog ACL Surgery As a pet owner, you have a lot to think about when it comes to your dog’s health and physical well-being. When you have received a diagnosis for your dog of an ACL tear or if you’re noticing symptoms of an injury or chronic pain,...
