Jul 22, 2021 | Pet Health
It’s that time of year when pets fall under the frightening misconception that “THE SKY IS FALLING!” That’s right–it’s thunderstorm season. And for many pets, this time of year brings out their worst fears and anxieties. While you cannot explain to your pet that...
Jun 27, 2021 | Pet Health
While we love fireworks, pets don’t understand why the sky lights up and why booms shake the house. Because of the traumatic nature of fireworks, many pets develop a deep fear of them. This can make the Fourth of July one of the most stressful nights of the year....
Jun 25, 2021 | Pet Health
It’s Pride Month, and if you’re like so many pet owners, you’ve been celebrating the beauty and joy of LGBTQ+ culture. At Homey Gnome, we’re proud to be a business that embraces our entire community. If you want your pet to feel included in the excitement of Pride...
Jun 22, 2021 | Pet Health
If you are a pet owner, or thinking about becoming one, you’ve possibly thought about adopting a cat. There are many reasons to adopt from an animal shelter that may not be obvious at first glance. Read on to find out more about five reasons why cats can make a...
May 28, 2021 | Pet Health
There are reasons dogs cannot get driver’s licenses–cars are not designed for our four-legged friends. There’s that, and they struggle with noticing when the light has changed from green to red. Jokes aside, cars are designed to keep people safe… As for our...
May 28, 2021 | Pet Health
Summer is one of our favorite times of the year at Homey Gnome. Not only do we get to enjoy all the beautiful summer flowers that are in bloom, but we also get to see a wide variety of pet patients. There are a few things that really bug us about summer,...
Apr 24, 2021 | Pet Health
Are you prepared to provide first aid to your pet if needed? April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month. This means there’s no better time than the present to learn the basics of pet first aid. Learning some first aid tips and preparing a pet-ready first aid kit...
Apr 22, 2021 | Pet Health
Many of our patients come in all shapes, sizes, and species. As a veterinary practice, we believe in providing all pets, including birds, pocket pets, and exotics with the best care for their best lives. But our dedication to animal welfare stretches beyond our...
Mar 24, 2021 | Pet Health
Spring is a time of new beginnings. With the arrival of warmer weather, we spend more time outdoors with our pets. However, this also means that there is a greater risk for your pet to come into contact with potential dangers. Don’t let danger put a damper on your...
Mar 20, 2021 | Pet Health
If your daughter is a budding veterinarian, then you are in luck! There are many ways that you can help her develop the skills she needs to pursue this career. Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) are often thought of as male-dominated fields. But the...
