Vaccines protect dogs from painful, severe, and often fatal diseases. Vaccines also save you money, since it's much cheaper to defend against a disease than treat it should your pet fall ill. That said, not every dog needs every shot offered at our veterinary clinic. Learn what vaccines our veterinarians recommend for dogs, and which are optional.

If you are the pet parent of a poodle or long-haired sheepdog, you know your dog needs constant grooming. But what if your fur baby is a German shepherd or golden retriever, whose sleek short-haired coat requires little maintenance?