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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,...
Furry Scurry 2021 – Virtual Event to Help End Pet Homelessness and Save Animals
NOTE: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Furry Scurry continues in 2021 as a virtual event. The Dumb Friends League’s annual signature fundraising event is taking place virtually again this year. But that doesn’t mean that we shouldn’t all step up and get our steps...
Recognize Dog Diabetes Symptoms…
...and Learn How to Care for Your Diabetic Dog If your dog is diagnosed with diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus or DM, there are several things to consider in terms of treatment. Diabetes is a complex but common disease in which the body does not produce enough...
When to Seek Help for Your Pet from an Emergency Vet
Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies emergency veterinarians know that providing 24/7 vet care can save a pet’s life when moments count. For pet owners, it can be tough to know when a pet health issue requires an emergency vet visit, and it is more difficult to tell...
Pet Health and Safety During the Holidays
It’s beginning to look a lot like the winter holidays, which can be a time of fun for everyone, including our family pets. To avoid a trip to our emergency veterinary hospital this winter, here are some tips for pet health and safety during the holidays. For other...
The Top 7 Things to Keep Away from Pets During the Holidays
The holidays are an exciting yet stressful time for everyone. It’s not uncommon to get so busy, tired, or just caught up in the festivities to the point that your pet isn’t top of mind. So before enjoying the holidays too much, understand that you will need to prepare...
Pet Costume Contest 2020
Thank you for sharing your photos on our Facebook page! We hope you enjoyed this year’s contest! By Halloween night, we had 22 entries and over 380 likes for your posts! We loved seeing your creative costume ideas and furry family members all dressed up,...
Celebrating a Second Year as Your Castle Rock Emergency Vet Hospital
Did you know that Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies owner, Dr. Megan Rector, spent years doing challenging work and building the experience needed to run an emergency veterinary hospital? After those long years of learning what was needed, Dr. Rector opened Castle...
How Working from Home Can Save Your Pet’s Life
Most Americans are now working remotely at least part of the time as a result of the pandemic and some positions may stay remote as the “new normal.” What does that mean for your pets? You may not know it, but your pets are thrilled that they get to see you more. Even...
Cats & Dogs in Summer: Situations Requiring an Animal Hospital Visit
Dogs and cats are no longer “like family”—they are family. However, unlike other family members, when your dog or cat isn’t feeling well or is possibly in a life-threatening situation, they might not be able to tell you exactly what’s wrong. Being able to determine...