April is Heartworm Awareness Month
At Cascade Summit Animal Hospital, we’re committed to keeping your pets safe from this potentially fatal condition. What is Heartworm Disease? Heartworm disease is a
At Cascade Summit Animal Hospital, we’re committed to keeping your pets safe from this potentially fatal condition. What is Heartworm Disease? Heartworm disease is a
National Animal Poison Prevention Week is an essential time to raise awareness about protecting our pets from harmful substances. Pets are naturally curious, and unfortunately,
Dental health is one of the most overlooked aspects of preventative care for pets, but it plays a crucial role in their overall well-being. February,
September is Animal Pain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the pain management needs of our furry friends. Just like humans, dogs and
In celebration of International Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, we’re excited to bring you some invaluable tips and insights to ensure your feline
The Fourth of July is just around the corner, which means celebrating with sparklers and fireworks at your neighborhood BBQ. Although the local firework show
There are hundreds of toys for dogs and cats on the market. How do you know which ones are safe? It important to take extreme
The Canine Influenza Virus (CIV), also known as the Canine Flu, is a highly contagious viral infection affecting dogs. The disease is unpredictable in its
More than 10 percent of pets brought to veterinary clinics for checkups have some type of underlying disease or abnormality. Many of these pets appear
September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. There are many signs that can mean your pet may be painful, some may be more obvious than others.
There are many types of emergencies; fires, earthquakes, snow storms, etc. Whatever the emergency may be, it is essential to educate your family and have
“My name is Sarah Tune, and if I haven’t met you already, I’d like to take the opportunity to introduce myself. I am the new
With the summer months, there is an influx of out-of-town canines in our area that already has a great population of dogs. This is great
April is National Heartworm Awareness Month! Heartworm disease is a serious, life-threatening disease that can affect both dogs and cats. Why should you be worried
We commonly get asked if our Preventive Care Plans are insurance. They are not, so let’s take a moment to differentiate the two! The plans
We are constantly striving to become a better hospital for our patients and clients. Our clinic’s next goal is to become a Fear Free practice.
We are thrilled to announce our clinic has officially been awarded the Gold Status certification of a Feline Friendly Practice by the American Association of
The following video is long, but provides detailed instructions on how to best prepare yourself, your pet sitter, and your loved pets when you will
Great News for Trupanion Pets! We are so excited to announce that we will be installing Trupanion Express at Cascade Summit Animal Hospital this Thursday,
Picture this… you are on vacation and your dog is critically ill. You are on the plane right now and cannot be reached. What do
Welcome to our blog where we will keep you up-to-date on general announcements and clinic news. Notice the “last updated” date posted before the announcements,
Did you know that a poll taken from petMD.com found that 56 percent of people admitted to sharing some of those tasty holiday table scraps
From chocolate to prescription drugs… keep these out of reach from paws!List Of Top 10 Hazards Encountered By Dogs in 2013This is the most current
Here’s a few tips to help make the busy back to school season less stressful for your pet! Keep up that social life! Did you
Cats don’t ask for for much more than you would when it comes to their restroom. All that’s required for most cats to use the litter
When teaching any new command, it’s important to have your dog’s full attention and to stop before you lose their attention completely. Think of it
Baby Deegan sleeps soundly in his crate with age appropriate toys, a blankie, and water. Dogs can learn to love their crate as their very
One of the most popular topics during your puppy’s first visit with us is potty training. The whole process can definitely seem intimidating and
We would like to inform you on some exciting news in our Cascade Summit Animal Hospital grooming department! First, I want to thank everyone for
Portland animal shelters and emergency vet clinics are full of runaway dogs and cats that have been shaken up by the loud celebration explosions of
Going camping with your dog (or cat) this summer? Be sure to read our checklist before you hit the road!
When I first brought home my fawn furball of joy, I had a feeling I had adopted a dog who had more energy than I
Meet Lilly, Lilly is a sweet older girl.We met her for the first time for evaluation of a swollen belly. On palpation of her abdomen
We believe in the importance of keeping all pets on monthly deworming and flea prevention. A significant amount of pets test positive for intestinal parasites,
Have you ever read a copy of the Veterinary Oath?This is what is says: “Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear
Natura Pet Foods Expands Salmonella Recall By News Desk | April 21, 2013 Natura Pet Products, which issued a recall of select lots of four
A word from Dr. Christine Ortner about the differences between locally owned veterinary clinics and national chain “big box” corporate clinics… I opened Cascade Summit
Thank you for taking the time to visit our web site. Cascade Summit Animal Hospital (CSAH) is a place for people who really love their