Pet Health Blog

Emergencies like wildfires and heatwaves can strike without warning—especially here in Oregon. During Pet Preparedness Month, DoveLewis is helping families take simple, potentially life-saving steps to plan ahead for their pets. From go-bags to microchip tips, these steps could make all the difference.
Keeping Pets Safe During COVID-19
Two cats in the United States have tested positive for Coronavirus this week. These are the first pets in the United States to test positive but the CDC emphasizes that pets do not play a role in the spread of COVID-19.
COVID-19: Planning for a Pet Emergency
DoveLewis is encouraging families to plan for the health and safety of their pets. With ill family members, school cancellations, and changing work environments, a pet’s health could be at risk.
Osa + Oso: The Power of Healing
The power of healing brings owners of sibling dogs, Osa and Oso, together by chance at our Pet Loss Support meeting to grieve their beloved pets.
Pet Loss Support Program Announcement
Enid Traisman, the founder and director of the DoveLewis Pet Loss Support Program, is retiring December 31. To say we will miss her is a huge understatement.
Snowflake's Tough Break
Snowflake gave his family quite a scare when they returned home one evening. His kitty mischief resulted in an injury that required an immediate trip to the emergency room. Read Snowflake's story.
To Wait or Not to Wait?
If you notice something different about your pet, you may start to wonder if it’s time to make a trip to the emergency room or if you’re just overreacting to your pet’s possible plight. Here are a few examples of when you should take immediate action and when you can wait.