Community Events

 With the Recent Rabies cases in The Colony a quick note on Rabies. Rabies Awareness: Information and Instructions for School Kids and Their Families What is rabies? • A sickness affecting the brain of mammals – animals with hair. • Rabies makes wild animals act strangely: no fear of people, have trouble walking or flying

Fun water activities with your dog  By Dr. Brent Bilhartz With Frisco temperatures climbing into the 90s, now is a great time for a dip with your dog. Whether it’s in the pool, lake, a fountain, or the ocean, water activities are a wonderful way to chill out and cool down with your pup. Before

Cool down with your dog with this summer Julaine Hunter, DVM LazyPaw Animal Hospitals Warmer summer months are a great time to chill with your four legged friend outside. But when warm weather turns hot, you should take extra precautions to keep your pup cool.  Dogs pant instead of sweat, but when weather is hot

Heat stroke Julaine Hunter, DVM Diplomate ABVP (Equine Practice) LazyPaw Animal Hospitals Hyperthermia is the scientific name for elevated body temperature.  In dogs, elevations of rectal temperatures above 103°F are considered to be abnormal and hyperthermic.  In the absence of illness, body temperatures in excess for 106°F are commonly attributable to exposure to excessive external

 Fourth of July – Firecracker Anxiety The Fourth of July is a fantastically fun holiday crammed with celebration, food, friends, and of course—fireworks. Though fireworks can be the highlight of the season for adults and kids, for pets they can be confusing, nerve-racking, and even terrifying. This holiday season don’t ignore your pet’s anxiety about

2nd Annual 4th of July 10-Mile Hump Honors Veterans Tomorrow North Texas veterans and their families and supporters will be walking 10 miles to honor those who have served in US military organizations. This year Drs. Hunter and Bilhartz will be participating together with their little family.  The march will kick off at 7:30 am