A big part of being a loving and responsible pet parent is doing everything you can to ensure your companion’s long-term health and happiness. As a vet in Richmond, TX, Embrace Veterinary Care believes strongly in the importance of wellness care as a means of warding off disease and enabling companion...

Few things are worse than needing to take your pet to see an emergency vet during the holidays. After all, the Christmas season is a joyous time that is supposed to be packed with joy and happiness. Unfortunately, it is also a period that tends to be quite dangerous for our...

Written By Laurel Douglass, DVM Remember when your dog was a puppy? Remember that wonderful smell of puppy paw pads and her puppy breath? Unforgettable!   But what’s happened over the years? Why is her breath so bad? Naturally, without brushing teeth, food particles cling to teeth and develop plaque. If...

by Laurel Douglass, DVM Many of our pet owners ask about potential foods that are toxic to their pets and what they should do if ever their pets consume a food that may be toxic. Here is a list of my most common foods that dogs and/or cats can be exposed...

With summer well underway, now is an excellent opportunity to enjoy time with loved ones. Sadly, warm summer days and pets do not always mix. When the mercury climbs, it is important to understand how to keep your fur baby out of harm's way. At Embrace Veterinary Care, we do not...

This week marks World Rabies Day – but how does that affect you?

If you’ve got children, World Rabies Day is a great opportunity to teach them how to protect themselves from being bitten or scratched by an animal; how to never touch a sleeping dog; how to never approach a sick looking animal; the importance of telling an adult if they ever do get bitten or scratched. It’s a week in which you and your family can learn more about dog body language.