The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it, plans for travel to see family and friends. Taking your dog or cat with you on a trip isn't always an option. From the stress caused by long car trips or airline flights to difficulty finding hotels willing to accommodate pets, finding a good cat or dog boarding facility is often the very best option.

Have you heard the good news? Having a pet can help improve your family's health! At Intermountain Pet Hospital and Lodge, we believe in the concept of Zooeyia. Zooeyia is the basic medical term used by holistic veterinarians when describing the benefits that both people and their pets derive from shared companionship.

If you're a dog lover, you already know that if one dog is great, two is even better! If you're ready to introduce a new dog into your home, whether a puppy or fully grown dog, a little planning ahead will make the transition from one dog to two go a lot smoother.

Begin in a Neutral Area

Dogs are naturally territorial. Choose a neutral area, not your own home, when you're ready to introduce a new pet to your dog. He'll be a lot less likely to look at your new friend as a rival if the initial introduction doesn't happen on his home turf. Choose a park (not one you visit frequently) or a friend's yard and make sure you have a helper. That way the dogs can be easily separated if things don't go well at first.

Did you know that your veterinarian can help your dog gain relief from pain using the ancient technique of acupuncture? Men and women have been enjoying the benefits of acupuncture treatments for centuries, and now, at pet wellness clinics like Intermountain Pet Hospital, your dog can benefit as well.

You know you should brush your dog's teeth, but in many pet homes it's one of those items on the pet care to-do list that never seems to get done. As the old saying goes, "Well begun is half done," so here are some helpful tips to helps get you started on the worthy goal of brushing your dog's pearly whites on a regular basis.

If you're going on a road trip and plan to take your dog, prepare for fun! Most dogs love to go along as companions on their family's adventures. To make the best of this opportunity, it pays to do some careful pet care planning well in advance of your trip.

Aside from routine visits for vaccinations, many of us wait until our pets are ill before we make another visit to the veterinarian. However, a wellness examination is one of the best ways to keep your pet in his best health ever. Problems that we may not be able to see can often be treated in their early stages.

Going on a vacation or business trip has some unique twists for pet owners. Taking your dog along is often not an option, so careful arrangements must be made for competent dog boarding. In this article, we'll explore some options.  

You're all prepared for your next camping adventure, and your dog is coming along! It's probably hard to tell who's more excited, you or her! You've packed your dog's favorite food and treats, toys, cozy bedding, crate, a good leash, and plenty of water. But aren't you forgetting something?

Fall is an exciting time. It's back-to-school for kids, with new schedules for sports and other after school activities. It's seems everyone's having a great time. Everyone, that is, except for your family's dog, who may feel more than a little confused and left out of the excitement!