Last year’s July Fourth fireworks turned your poor friend into a quivering wreck, so avoid a repeat, and begin desensitizing your furry pal to fireworks now. Follow our step-by-step guide to help calm your pet down, and ensure everyone enjoys this July Fourth.  ...

With temperatures rising, it’s the perfect time to go outside with your four-legged pal. However, you want to make sure your pet is safe while enjoying the sunshine and fresh air. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when hiking with your pet.   #1: Be aware of...

Pollen season is all around us, and springtime allergens are wrecking your pet’s skin. Since seasonal allergies appear differently in pets than in people, you should learn these five key signs that your furry frined may be suffering from a pollen-spurred allergy...

When taking a vacation or a road trip, you may want to include your pet in the fun and excitement. But, before heading out on your trip, ensure you prepare your pet for travel with the following tips from our team here at The Goodland Pet Hospital. #1: Keep your pet...

Although you know you should spay your female pet to prevent a host of medical and behavior issues, as well as unwanted puppies, you may not know what exactly happens during a spay surgery. Since World Spay Day—February 23—is approaching, let's explain the procedure,...

As the kids head back to school, whether online or in-person, they’re likely overjoyed to be learning something new and interacting with friends. Your pets will also enjoy novel activities and busting free from boredom after being cooped up this past summer. Encourage...

Unfortunately for pet owners, cats and dogs are incredibly skilled at hiding subtle signs of discomfort and pain, often suffering for weeks, months, or sometimes years without complaint. To help pet owners identify pain in their four-legged friends, the International...

Hit the Trails: Camping Safety for Your Pet As summer fades into fall, The Goodland Pet Hospital knows there’s no better time to get outdoors and enjoy a camping trip with your furry pal. Experience the delight of the changing leaves, a toasty campfire, and a fuzzy...

How Monitoring Equipment Keeps Your Pet Safe During Anesthesia Our team at The Goodland Pet Hospital knows many pet owners worry about putting their beloved companion under anesthesia, whether for an elective procedure, or life-saving surgery. However, our entire team...

It's National Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! We at The Goodland Pet Hospital want to share these steps for introducing your shelter cat to your current kitty.  Step 1: Create separate resource areas for each cat Your new cat and your current cat should have separate areas...