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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 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...
Why Are Dogs Scared of Fireworks? Preventing Related Injuries
One of the most anticipated celebrations of the summer season is the Fourth of July holiday. Even with the changes to how we gather in large groups this year, Independence Day is a fun holiday for most people in the U.S. Just remember that dogs often have a different...
How to Treat Your Dog for Snake Bites
The sun and flowers aren't the only things that come out in spring. The warmer months also signal the start of animals coming out of hibernation. Most of these animals are generally harmless to pets, but others — such as snakes — can negatively impact the wellbeing of...
OUTDATED–IMPORTANT: COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Our Actions to Support Your Pet and Your Whole Family’s Health
(UPDATED June 22, 2020) Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, we at Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies have been focused on providing exceptional care for pets, while at the same time protecting the safety of our team members, clients, and the community. We...
Understanding Cat Behavior: When Does it Become an Emergency?
Pet owners get used to their pet’s day-to-day habits and notice when there’s a change in their behavior. Slight changes in behaviors are normal, but when these changes are sustained over time, this could be a sign of a medical or psychological condition that requires...
