Pet Health Blog

As availability of marijuana increases in the Portland area since legalization, so have the number of marijuana toxicity cases treated at DoveLewis. Our doctors warn pet owners of the potential risks to their dogs and cats if marijuana is ingested in any form.
How Many Pet Poisons are in Your Home?
Every room of your house is filled with items that could be poisonous to your furry friends. Keep your pets safe by restricting access to the toxic items below.
What’s Up With the Upchuck?
As a 24-hour emergency hospital, DoveLewis treats more cases of vomiting than any other type of injury or illness. Throwing up can be a regular occurrence for both cats and dogs, but it can also be a sign of a more serious issue.
Canine Flu: What You Need to Know
Due to a recent outbreak of the canine influenza virus in the San Francisco Bay area, dogs in Oregon are at a significantly increased risk of contracting the H3N2 strain of canine flu.
Pets and Chocolate: A Toxic Combination
Milk or dark, candy or cake – chocolate may be one of our favorite sweet treats, but it’s definitely not meant to be consumed by our furry friends.
Pet Microchips: Update Before It’s Too Late
We see our fair share of stray pets with outdated microchips, making it hard to reunite the pets with their owners. Don’t let this misfortune befall your furry friend!