Summer is a great time of the year! We take our dogs to the lake, for walks, and to classes. Right after Memorial Day, I saw one of my obedience students come rushing into the clinic. Hersey, her chocolate Labrador puppy had just jumped out of her car window on the...

Puppy Elementary School What is puppy elementary school? People have asked what is after Puppy Kindergarten. Colonial Terrace Animal Hospital is now offering Puppy Elementary school to continue with socialization skills, obedience, and learning new ways to have fun....

As we are baking for the holidays for our family and friends, don’t forget the four-legged ones. Just Google, “Homemade dog and cats treats,” and you will be amazed by the result of your search. There are now a number of cookbooks on the market for homemade healthy...

October 15th-21st is National Veterinary Technician Week. A veterinary technician, or vet tech, plays a vital role in a veterinary hospital. The veterinary medicine field did not originally include trained veterinary technicians. The veterinarian would often employ...

October 11th is Pet Obesity Awareness Day! Nearly 60% of cats and 55% of dogs are considered obese in America today. Just like in people, pets that are overweight can be predisposed to a number of diseases and health problems. As your pet's healthcare provider, we...

In 2007 Canine Heritage offered the first consumer DNA test on the Market. It was able to detect 38 breeds. This resulted in dogs whose background was outside of the 38 breeds being inconclusive. The early tests did, however, give the pet owner some answers to “What...

July and August in the Midwest are notoriously the hottest months of the year. Of course, we all love having fun in the sun with our pets, but it's important to remember that hot summer conditions can be dangerous for our furry companions.  Here are some tips on how...

It's everybody's favorite time of year... Summertime!  The kids are on summer break from school, the weather is warm, and there are vacations, celebrations, and family activities planned every day.  This is also the time of year when we start getting...

Summer is almost here and the only thing better than a nice family vacation is a vacation with your pet! Of course, adding a four-legged friend to the trip causes complications with a normal trip, and it's important to consider how to keep your pet safe and...

Spring has arrived! The temps are rising, the sun is shining, and the mosquitos and ticks have already been spotted hanging around our four-legged friends. You know what that means… time to get your dog tested for Heartworm Disease and start them on their monthly...