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Back-to-School for Humans, What About Dogs? How Daycare Can Help with Separation Anxiety
School has been back in session for a few weeks now, and most families are settling into the rhythm of new routines. Between early mornings, homework, and after-school activities, life can feel non-stop. But while parents and kids adjust to the change, one family member may still be struggling — your dog. Dogs thrive on…
Camping with Pets: Adventure Awaits (But Safety Comes First!)
Summer is the perfect time to hit the trails, pitch a tent, and enjoy nature—and what better way to do it than with your furry best friend? Camping with pets can be a wonderful bonding experience, but it also comes with unique risks and responsibilities. Before you pack up the treats and the tent, here…
Beating the Heat: Keeping Your Pet Cool & Safe This Summer
Summer fun is in full swing, but rising temps can be dangerous for our furry companions. Dogs and cats don’t sweat the way we do, which makes them more vulnerable to overheating, dehydration, and even heatstroke. At Brook-Falls, we want your pet to stay safe, happy, and cool all summer long. Here’s how to help…
Fireworks, Thunder & Storms: Helping Pets Cope with Summer Noise Anxiety
While summer brings sunny days and backyard fun, it also brings some of the loudest months of the year; think fireworks, thunderstorms, and noisy outdoor gatherings. Unfortunately, many pets find these sudden sounds stressful, frightening, and even traumatic. At Brook-Falls, we understand how overwhelming this season can be for our furry companions. Here’s how you…
Skin Scenarios: Helping Your Dog Stay Comfortable This Season
By Holly Bennett CVTReviewed by Dr.Wittenburg, DVM As the weather warms up, we start to see more and more dogs coming through our doors with itchy skin, red spots, and other skin-related issues that are common during spring and summer. Many of these conditions can be uncomfortable for your pup, and in many cases, they…
Updated Bordetella Vaccination Policy at Brook-Falls
Brook-Falls Veterinary Hospital and Luxury Pet Resort is updating its vaccination policy for Canine Bordetella, reducing the requirement for lodging and doggy daycare guests who are not considered high risk for Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CRDC). In recent years, Brook-Falls required a biannual (every six months) Bordetella vaccination to help prevent the primary cause…
Preventing Dog Bites: Understanding Behavior and Reducing Fear
National Dog Bite Prevention Week – April 13–19, 2025 Dog bites don’t come out of nowhere—they’re usually the result of fear, pain, or overwhelming stress. During National Dog Bite Prevention Week, we’re focusing on how we can recognize early signs of fear and anxiety in dogs, especially in high-stress environments like the veterinary clinic, and…
Farewell letter
To our Brook-Falls family of clients, I am writing this letter with the utmost gratitude and appreciation to announce my retirement from clinical practice on April 30, 2025. I am very excited to enter this new phase of my life alongside my husband, who is also retiring. We have big plans to start a mini…
H5N1
What is the Bird Flu? H5 bird flu refers to various strains of influenza A viruses that typically infect birds. These viruses mainly affect wild birds, but can also infect other animals, both wild and domestic (e.g., cats, cows, dogs, foxes). The severity of the infection varies depending on the strain and species. Highly pathogenic…
Avian Influenza Confirmed in Jefferson County
Based on an article that first appeared at Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection In a confirmed news release by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection on March 14, 2022, Brook-Falls is advising all avian owners to keep their birds inside for their protection! This includes domestic poultry such as chickens, ducks,…
