“I can’t believe my dog just nipped, they’ve never done that in their life!”Have you ever heard this line or uttered it yourself? It is spoken when a dog has exhibited an unexpected behavior at a very inappropriate time. All dogs have teeth, all dogs can bite. Every dog can benefit from muzzle training. For some dogs if they are…

For us as pet parents, no matter how well we take care of our fur babies, eventually it comes time to say goodbye. It is a very emotional time, and is very personal for each owner as well as each pet. Some of the most commonly asked questions are touched on in this blog. If you have any questions or…

To continue our blogs on potty training, here are a few thoughts on potty pads. (from the desk of Wendi, your friendly client coordinator!) At first, the idea of using potty pads seems like a great idea. Don’t do it. When a puppy has to go every 10 to 20 minutes while they are awake and playing it is difficult…

Why does YOUR PET want you to choose a mobile vet? Have you ever noticed your pet shaking, shedding excessively, or panting when you sit in a veterinarian’s waiting or exam room? Does your cat yowl or have accidents in their cat carrier on the way to the vet’s office? Does your dog get over-excited about the other pets in…
Rescue Dog Clover: A Heartwarming Tale A client of ours sent us the most adorable story about how she adopted her rescue dog, Clover. Then she gave us permission to share her story with you. Clover the Rescue Dog & the Foo Lion The Classy Canine Animal Shelter seems like the right place to find a small dog. It takes…
Did you get a new puppy? Congratulations! Here at Blue Door Mobile Veterinary Services, we love puppies! If you live in or near Portland, Oregon, we can help you get your puppy started the right way and help them live a long, healthy life. Follow us to find out about your new family addition and how to treat them right.…

Fireworks and thunderstorms are a fact of summertime. While the celebrations and warm rain storms can be fun for people, some pets can become extremely frightened of the noise of both thunder and fireworks. This can lead to anxiety/hiding, injuries due to trying to get away, and lost pets. Your pet has a much better developed sense of hearing than…