The Fright Before Halloween: Pet Preparedness For This Spooky Season

A fall chill has swept in, porches are covered in pumpkins, and an underlying need to rewatch Ghostbusters has emerged. Halloween is a fun celebration for many, but the holiday can become a little too scary for pets if precautions aren’t taken. Dr. Erin Ray, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of […]

A College Student’s Guide To First-Time Pet Ownership

With the newfound independence and freedom a college student discovers, a desire to have a pet tag along for the adventure often follows. For these first-time pet owners, a furry friend can help them feel a stronger connection to their new home-away-from-home in the new chapter of their lives. Dr. Erin Ray, a clinical assistant […]

Should You Keep Dogs Away From Acorns?

Every dog owner knows the difficulty of keeping their curious canines from eating just about anything they can find, and, with fall in full swing, scattered acorns are likely to catch plenty of pets’ attention. So, does eating acorns pose a risk to a dog’s health? Dr. Erin Ray, a clinical assistant professor at the […]

Does The Nose Know?—The Truths And Myths Of Canine Nasal Health

It is a common belief that a wet nose is the sign of a healthy dog and that a dry nose indicates illness. But this is not necessarily true for every canine companion, according to Dr. Erin Ray, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. “This historic […]

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