Summer weather is finally returning to Chicago and that means increasing temperatures!  Today we bring back a feature article Dr. Royal wrote during a hot August week a few years ago for the Huffington Post.  Keep this always valuable information handy (on your fridge or in your car’s glove box for example) and if you suspect your pet may have be having a heat related problem, seek emergency medical care.

Each year on Valentine’s Day, the poison control center reports a significant rise in cases of poisoned pets around February 14.  Here are a few guidelines to ensure a safe Valentine’s Day for your furry loved one!

If you have an emergency with your pet during holiday hours, please contact your nearest emergency center.  Please visit our Emergency Care page for a list of nearby emergency centers and contact information.  Have a safe and wonderful holiday season!

Happy Halloween from Dr. Barbara “Rotten” Royal & The Staff and a big thank you to everyone that submitted a photo for our virtual Halloween Pet Parade!  We hope everyone has a very fun and safe holiday.  Here are just a few helpful tips to make sure you and your pet have the best Halloween possible –

Beginning Thursday, October 15th, Dr. Royal will be out of town for a veterinary continuing education conference. Her good friend and colleague Dr. Susan Fife will be available to see appointments Thursday 10/15 through Saturday 10/17.

The Fourth of July is a fun time for kids and adults but it can be scary for your pets.  How do you keep your little guys from getting scared by the fireworks this weekend?  Dr. Barbara Royal from the Royal Treatment Vet Center has the answers!

Do you know for certain that you and your pets are safe from harm when you fertilize and treat your lawn?

We will open on Tuesday, June 2nd, at 12pm instead of our normal time of 10am.  If you are having an emergency with your pet, please contact your nearest emergency center.

There have been many people concerned about the recent upper respiratory outbreak in the Chicagoland area.  For our patients, we recommend phoning us if you see any of these signs –

From March 15-April 15, supporters will have a voice in the direction of the AHVMF’s work for the next year.  This year’s campaign is divided into four weeks.  How people respond to weekly surveys and what they donate to support will direct our decisions and possibilities.

St. Patrick’s Day is fast approaching. Shamrocks, rainbows, beer, leprechauns, green rivers, and everything lucky – this holiday has it all.  However for pets, St. Patrick’s Day can accidentally become unlucky and even dangerous for a number of reasons. Here are some guidelines for keeping your pet safe.

Are vaccines affecting your pet’s health? Are all vaccines recommended for your pet really necessary to help them be wildly healthy? Watch ABC News’ I-team story and join the discussion!

NEWS About parking — Because of city work on our water main for the next several weeks, we will help you when you arrive and make it possible for you to find parking for your appointment.

During the winter season as the weather worsens remember to know the limits of your pet –

Many people travel with pets, and many people have to travel without their pets.  How can pet owners make sure their pets have a happy holiday too?

FOX 32 News Chicago One day your furry friend is cute and cuddly, and the next they are packing on

FOX 32 News Chicago We know dental hygiene is important, but we can’t forget about our pets either.  This week

If you want something done right, sometimes you have to do it yourself…

We are very excited to announce that the first course in the Royal Treatment Method Certification Program is now available!  For more information about available courses and registration, PLEASE CLICK HERE.

This week on Good Day Chicago, Dr. Royal discusses what you can do with your puppy to keep them healthy and train them properly early on.  A must see for any current or future pet owner!

Dr. Barbara Royal joined Fox News Good Day Chicago team to talk about the way good and bad bacteria affect your pet’s health and how to use natural and herbal remedies for illness.

“Bravo is recalling select lots and product(s) of Bravo Pet Food because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.”~ Bravo Recall Notice

Most of us have some kind of first aid kit at home or work for ourselves.  Today Dr. Royal talks about what items to keep in a first aid kit for your pets.

On Saturday, May 17th, 2014 Dr. Barbara Royal will deliver the keynote speech at Blackbird’s 2nd Annual Holistic Pet Festival located at Canal Port Park in Morris, IL.

It’s annual exam season!  Dr. Royal talks about what to think about before your pet’s next exam on Good Day Chicago.

Allergy season is in full swing but it’s not just us suffering – our furry friends are too!  Dr. Barbara Royal discusses a few ways to make our pets a little more comfortable this spring and summer.

This week on Fox News Chicago’s “Our Pets” segment, Dr. Royal discusses the benefits and risks of micro-chipping your pet.

Now that spring is here it is time to help your pet shed that extra weight gained during the cold winter months with help from Dr. Barbara Royal.

On this week’s “Our Pets” segment, Dr. Barbara Royal tackles the five most common pet myths including, pet vaccinations, raw diets, and cancer treatments.

As President-Elect of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Foundation (AHVMF), I am excited to offer my clients a chance to donate and improve the condition of integrative veterinary medicine nationwide during our exciting AHVMF MATCHING FUND PLEDGE DRIVE!

On this week’s “Our Pets” segment, Dr. Royal discusses prepping your pet for spring break  including appropriate vaccinations, micro-chipping, proper leashing, and hazards hiding under melting snow.

This week’s pet health segment is dedicated to understanding what is listed on your pet’s food labels and how to use that information to make informed pet food choices.

Check out WFLD Fox 32 News at 9:20 am each Tuesday for Dr. Royal’s pet segment.  This week Dr. Royal will talk about weight control including tips for weight loss and photos of pets who have made great strides to better weight.

Check out WFLD Fox 32 News at 9:20 am each Tuesday for Dr. Royal’s pet segment.  This week Dr. Royal will talk about weight control including tips for weight loss and photos of pets who have made great strides to better weight.

Thank you to all of friends, family, co-workers and clients who donated to the Special Olympics and gave us a great reason to jump in the lake!  We had a ton of fun and hope to do it all again next year…minus the polar vortexes.

Some animals have thick skin, waterproof feathers, special chemicals in their blood, or a layer blubber for insulation to survive in cold weather and water.  Then there’s us, the Royal Treatment Staff who will happily throw themselves in Lake Michigan on Sunday, March 2nd at 11:30 for the Chicago Polar Plunge to benefit the Special Olympics.

Stay tuned! Beginning Feb. 25 at 9:20 a.m. CST, Chicago’s Top Pet Vet Dr. Barbara Royal will appear on Fox-TV’s Good Day Chicago as a weekly contributor. She’ll provide insight into her natural approach to wildly healthy pets, answer the most commonly asked questions about your furry friends, and feature amazing owls live in the studio!  Then head over to Fox Chicago New’s Facebook page for Q & A with Dr. Royal following the on-air segment.

Dr. Barbara Royal, DVM, CVA, Founder and Owner of The Royal Treatment Veterinary Center, will present “What You Don’t Know May Hurt Your Pet: Top Ten Nutrition Secrets.”

Dr. Royal & Staff wishes everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day and has a great pet-friendly cupcake recipe to share!

As President of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, Dr. Royal attended the 2014 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference in downtown Chicago.  The conference included the Annual Session of the AVMA House of Delegates, of which the AHVMA was represented by both Dr. Barbara Royal and Dr. Nancy Scanlan.

Barney celebrated his 8th birthday last week by having a ball!  We look forward to many more years of providing

With the ridiculously cold weather upon us, keeping you and your pet safe when you have to go out is critical.  Here are Dr. Royal’s top ten safety tips –

Whether it’s an exciting new toy, a soft & comfy bed, delicious treats, or a good read, Dr. Royal has great holiday recommendations for you and your pet!

Barbara Royal, DVM, CVA, founder/owner of The Royal Treatment Veterinary Center, shares her tips on how to best take care of our furry friends this winter.

Dr. Royal to present a FREE WEBINAR, “Don’t Give Up, Have You Tried
Food?” in conjunction with Merrick Pet Care and Dogington Post
Thursday 11/21 at 5pm!

Click Here to register and attend.

Even though we like to think of pets as members of our families, we really have to remember that they are a different species, with different ability to metabolize chemicals.   Many mediations that are safe for us are not safe for them.