Pediatric Spay and Neuter

When is the Right Time? “As with all medical decisions, there is no single “right answer” for every animal.” Dr. Ariella Samson, DVM Pediatric (or “early-age”) spay/neuter refers to spaying or neutering a puppy or kitten very young – typically around 6–16 weeks old, well before the usual 5–6 month age. In practice this is […]

Purebred, Rescue, Shelter…I’m So Confused!

“There is a puppy in a shelter within 50 miles of you that’ll fit your family.”   Dr. Ariella Samson While discussing the challenges of getting a puppy from a breeder vs. a shelter, Dr. Samson said this: “If you don’t know who mom is, you don’t know who dad is, you’re not going to have all the […]

So You Want to Get a Puppy ? Be Patient!

Money shot of a litter from Snowbelt Aussies!