High Desert Pets Blog
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Top 5 Reasons Every Pet Owner Needs a Veterinarian (and What You Risk Without One)
Here are our top five reasons why having a veterinarian is crucial to keep your beloved pets in tip-top shape. We'll also share the risks of not taking proper medical care of your dogs and cats. We know you’d agree that our furry friends depend on us for their well-being, and it’s our responsibility to ensure they live healthy and happy lives. Here are five simple ways to ensure you do your best for them.

Core vs. Non-Core Vaccines: Choosing the Right Vaccines for Your Pet in Central Oregon
As pet parents here in Bend, keeping our furry friends healthy and happy is always top of mind. Understanding which vaccines are essential for your pet based on our local environment is a big part of that. Let’s break down the core and non-core vaccines for dogs and cats in Central Oregon, so you can make the best choices for your pet’s health.

3 of Our Favorite Summertime Hikes in Bend with Your Dogs
Why not compile a list of all our go-to favorite spots we've exchanged all summer among our staff and clients? This list is a round-up of our top 3 favorite local go-to hikes for you and your pup this summer from the High Desert Veterinary family.