Healthy hooves are essential to a horse’s well-being, performance, and longevity. Many issues can affect your horse’s feet, and while some are not preventable, appropriately caring for their hooves can help lower their risk for certain conditions. Read our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team's guide to equine hoof care and common hoof issues. Importance of regular [...]

Fleas and ticks are undoubtedly nuisances, but they can also cause significant health problems for your pet. Fortunately, preventive measures can protect your four-legged friend from these creepy-crawly parasites. Our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team explains why your pet needs year-round flea and tick prevention. Fleas and pets Washington’s prevalent rains create the perfect breeding ground [...]

Loud fireworks, crowded gatherings, and unfamiliar noises can be stressful for your pet and potentially endanger them. Our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team wants you to enjoy your patriotic celebration, and we offer tips to keep your four-legged friend safe and calm this July Fourth. Create a pet safety zone Pets appreciate a quiet place where [...]

Welcoming a kitten into your home is exciting, but doing so also involves responsibilities to ensure your tiny feline friend thrives in their new environment. Our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team wants your kitten to start off on the right paw, and we offer tips to set up your whiskered friend for success. #1: Kitten-proof your [...]

Investing in a horse is a significant decision that requires careful consideration and thorough evaluation of the animal’s health, soundness, and suitability for the intended purpose. While an equine pre-purchase examination doesn’t guarantee your horse will experience long-term soundness and good health, the assessment can identify conformation problems that may cause issues in the future [...]

According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council's 2024 Pet Parasite Forecast, the heartworm population is expanding across the United States, and the disease has now been diagnosed in all 50 states. Our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team wants your pet to be protected, and we provide information about heartworm disease and how to safeguard your four-legged [...]

Working with your veterinarian is important to developing a good bovine herd health program which should focus on disease prevention and treatment, parasite control, and optimization of animal well-being, production efficiency, and net return to the business unit. Our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team offers guidelines to develop a successful bovine herd health plan.  Establish an [...]

Arthritis is common in pets, and the condition can cause them pain and decrease their mobility. However, many owners attribute their pets’ arthritis signs to normal aging-related changes, which leaves these dogs and cats untreated. If your pet has arthritis, recognizing and managing their signs is important to help alleviate pain and improve your pet’s [...]

Laminitis is a painful condition in horses and ponies that inflames and damages the tissues between the hoof wall and the coffin bone. In some cases, the condition is preventable with proper management. Our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team explains what you should know about laminitis and provides management tips to help lower your equine friend’s [...]

Puppies are adorable and super sweet, but bringing home a new tiny four-legged friend can be overwhelming. Puppies require appropriate care to grow into healthy, well-adjusted adult dogs. Our Rustebakke Veterinary Service team never passes up a chance to snuggle with a puppy, and we provide an essential checklist for your puppy’s first year.  #1: [...]