News, guides and community updates.
A newly approved combination vaccine folds Lyme disease and leptospirosis protection into a single half-mL injection. Lyme ticks are rare in the Mojave, but leptospirosis risk is not, and that makes this approval worth a conversation at your dog's next visit.
A new study out of Texas A&M found fleas on domestic cats carrying the bacteria behind murine typhus and cat scratch disease, a reminder that year-round flea control protects your household, not just your pet.
Nearly half of adult dogs and cats in the U.S. now carry excess weight. A fresh nationwide tracking effort launching this fall aims to measure the problem more consistently, and local pet parents can start addressing it long before then.
A fast-growing parasite outbreak tied to contaminated lettuce has racked up thousands of confirmed cases nationwide. Here is what the science actually says about dogs, cats and this specific bug, and what is worth watching for at home.
Elanco began rolling out Befrena, a new itch-blocking shot for dogs, this spring. Here is what the therapy actually does, and why our valley's dry heat makes it worth a closer look this summer.
Cardiologists gathered at the 2026 AVMA Convention spent time on a question that matters for Las Vegas cat owners too: how a simple blood test can help catch a heart condition that often hides in plain sight until it becomes an emergency.
State officials traced a cluster of canine brucellosis cases to dogs transported from out of state, a pattern that plays out in Southern Nevada rescue adoptions too. Here is what the disease does and what to ask before bringing a transported rescue dog home.
The Animal Foundation and volunteer rescue groups took in well over a hundred animals in the days after the Fourth of July. Local coverage points to one simple safeguard that keeps coming up: an updated microchip.
With Las Vegas pushing past 110 degrees again this July, local officials and vets are sounding fresh reminders about pavement burns, hot cars, and cooling gear that can backfire.
A $2.06 billion global market is driving smart diagnostics, telemedicine, and predictive health tools into veterinary practices. The technology is changing what routine pet care looks like from the inside out.
Mars Petcare is recalling two lots of PEDIGREE canned dog food that may contain sharp metal and plastic pieces after the products were fraudulently sold rather than destroyed as ordered.
The CDC confirmed the first documented transmission of H5N1 avian influenza from a domestic cat to a human. Here is what pet owners need to know to keep their animals and their households safe.
A single veterinary injection now protects dogs from fleas and five tick species for up to 12 months. The FDA expanded the label in March 2026, and Las Vegas pet owners should understand what it covers and what to discuss with their vet.
New research shows more than half of dog owners have questions about rabies vaccines. Here is what veterinarians want you to understand.
The tools available to Las Vegas pet owners and their veterinarians in 2026 look fundamentally different from five years ago, and the changes are making early detection, preventive care, and day-to-day health monitoring more accessible than ever before.
The FDA approved the first-ever generic version of nitenpyram, the active ingredient in Capstar, on June 10, 2026, giving pet owners a more affordable over-the-counter option for treating flea infestations in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens.
The Companion Animal Parasite Council's 2026 forecast, built on over 10 million annual diagnostic tests with 94 percent accuracy, shows heartworm risk has reached the Mountain West and tick ranges are expanding rapidly. What Las Vegas pet owners need to know.
Independence Day is the busiest night of the year for lost pets and animal shelters. Here is what Las Vegas veterinarians and national experts recommend to keep your dog or cat safe, calm, and home this Fourth of July.
Multiple pet food brands faced voluntary recalls or FDA advisories in the first five months of 2026, covering Salmonella contamination, Listeria concerns, and elevated Vitamin D levels. Here is a clear summary of what happened and the practical steps every pet owner should take.
A major new survey of 2,000 American pet owners uncovered a striking contradiction: nine in ten say they would accept personal debt to save a sick animal, yet nearly half have put off veterinary visits because costs are simply too high. Here is what the 2026 data reveals and what Las Vegas pet owners can do about it.
On May 6, 2026, the FDA approved Tessie (tasipimidine oral solution) as the first medication clinically proven to treat canine noise phobia and separation anxiety together in a single drug. With summer fireworks season arriving in Las Vegas, here is what every pet owner needs to know about this new treatment option.
The USDA has confirmed the first New World Screwworm case on U.S. soil in a Texas livestock animal, triggering quarantine measures and federal containment protocols. While the direct risk to Nevada pets is currently low, the situation is a useful reminder of why summer parasite vigilance matters for every pet owner, and June also brought several positive developments in veterinary care.
Great Las Vegas homes plan for paws, too. Meet the local design-build team thinking about the four-legged family members from day one.
A breakdown is stressful. A breakdown with a nervous dog in the back seat is worse. Here's the local towing service we'd call.
We spend our days caring for the four-legged members of your family. But accidents happen to the humans, too — sometimes with your dog right there in the back seat. Here's a local firm we trust.