Cornerstone Animal Clinic, Randy Benham DVM

11/07/2025

November 7th is National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day. Lymphoma is a relatively common type of cancer accounting for 15-20% of new cancer diagnoses in dogs. Over 80% of lymphomas are Multicentric- the type that cause the lymph nodes in the body to react and get larger, and many times that is the first sign of an issue that owners notice. 7% are alimentary, affecting the GI tract and generally causing vague, nonspecific symptoms that can be difficult to pinpoint a diagnosis. Getting treatment for lymphoma generally involves seeing a specialist with the goal of remission, not getting a complete cure. As with any type of aggressive cancer, getting treatment initiated as soon as possible is necessary to a better outcome.

11/05/2025

With holidays approaching, people are making travel plans that may include their pets. It is always a good idea to have a few extra days of supplies handy in case life gets crazy. if your pet has extensive medical issues, having medical records available if they need to be seen somewhere can be helpful as well. Having your pet's microchip and tags updated with current information can provide peace of mind is something happens and your pet gets separated from you.

11/03/2025

New studies show around 60% of cats 6 years old have signs of arthritis, and arthritis affects 80% of dogs over the age of 8 years old. Some cats can live up to 20+ years, and smaller breed dogs can have lifespans up to 15-16 years and beyond. Arthritis isn't just an old animal disease, especially if there are any bone injuries or surgeries since those speed up the arthritic process. There are many different options to try to provide lubrication and pain relief to sore joints, from daily joint supplements to NSAIDS and newer monthly injections to treat arthritic pain. A lot of times signs of arthritis can be so subtle and the pet able to adapt that humans don't notice issues unless they are looking for them. It is never a bad idea to start a pet on a joint supplement before they obviously need one.

11/02/2025

Daylight Savings Time ended this morning, so make sure that you turn your clocks back on hour if they didn't do so automatically. Even though you may think you get an extra hour of sleep, your pets will make sure that you are nice and awake on their schedule!

11/01/2025

November 1st is Cook For Your Pets Day! People are getting more aware of what is in their and their pet's food, and more people are opting to cook their pet's food themselves rather than buying pre-packaged kibble. The benefit of manufactured food is that good brands have veterinary nutritionists on staff to make sure the rich mix of nutrients are in the food. If you cook for your pet's, using a website like Balanceit.com is a great way to make sure that your pet is getting everything they need from their diet.

From recipe development to at-home preparation, we’re providing you with the trusted resources you need to create quality, balanced meals for your dog or cat.

10/31/2025

Happy Howl-o-ween! Whether you are going out trick-or-treating, or having trick-or-treaters come to you, make sure that you keep your pet safe. Keep candy away from them, and have them contained as you repeatedly open the doors to hand out goodies. Make sure that your pet isn't able to nip at anyone, even in excitement. If you are going to have your pet out with you, make sure that they are current on their rabies vaccine. Even if your pet is very well behaved, you can't control if someone else doesn't have good control over their pet.

10/30/2025

Starting November 1, FREE INTERNATIONAL MICROCHIP WITH EACH 12 MONTH BRAVECTO INJECTION! While supplies last. We are getting into the time of year where more people are travelling which increases the risk of pets getting lost, and many people believe that flea and tick prevention is only needed seasonally. We want to make sure that your pets are protected in as many ways as they can be. *Bravecto Quantum is labeled for dogs 6 months and older.

10/29/2025

October 29th is National Cat Day. It is estimated that 30-32% of American households own at least one cat, Cats need enrichment and exercise just like dogs do and are generally considered lower maintenance that dogs. More than 90% of senior cats have arthritis and older cats are at risk for kidney disease. Show us pictures of your cats!

10/27/2025

October 27th is National Black Cat Day. There are many stories, legends, and myths surrounding black cats. One myth is that black cats face danger from animal abuse or ritual sacrifice around Halloween, but this is untrue, as supported by organizations like the ASPCA and Humane Society; in fact, Halloween is often a time shelters use to promote the adoption of black cats, which are frequently overlooked for their dark coloration, despite many cultures viewing them as symbols of good fortune and prosperity.

10/25/2025

October 25th is National Pitbull Awareness Day! This day was created to help with public education of the breed, and to help get rid of the negative sterotypes associated with pitbull type dogs. Studies show that most dogs who are reported for dog bites don't even have a pitbull breed in their genetic make-up. Many breeds are misidentified as being a bully mix and are actually boxer, lab, or mastiff mixes, among others.

10/23/2025

As weather gets colder, we do want to remind everyone that in this area, flea/tick prevention and heartworm prevention are recommended year round. Different tick species prefer different temperatures, and it doesn't get consistently cold here to really kill off these pest populations. We have many different options in house for parasite prevention to include monthly dosing and year long injections.

10/22/2025

Starting in November, we will be closed on Wednesdays. If there is an emergency or you need medical assistance, we have a list of urgent care and emergency clinics listed on our website and page.