Focus on Prevention Keep pets at ideal weight and make sure they get plenty of exercise Keep pets’ teeth clean Keep current on vaccinations and parasite preventive Spay/neuter early Keep cats indoors if possible Pet-proof your home Be observant, noticing any sudden changes in your pet’s habits/routines Be sure to contact us for all your [...]
Dental Health – The Tooth and Nothing But the Tooth
They can chew through plastic They can chew through rubber They can chew through your new pair of leather shoes Dental Health should be a normal part of pet care But that doesn’t mean your pet’s teeth are indestructible. Just like you, your cat or dog needs regular dental care. Without it, they can suffer [...]
GDV: A Silent Killer
Gastric dilatation is when a dog’s stomach fills with excess gas, fluid, or foam. A dog with gastric dilatation looks like it has swallowed a large balloon. Although it causes physical discomfort, this type of bloat doesn’t last long and may go away on its own. A dog with gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV) also looks [...]
The Mighty Flea
Fleas are one of the most troublesome problems that can afflict pets and the people who own them. However, they are also one of the easiest to prevent if you just take a few simple precautions. Anywhere animals come into contact with each other – boarding facilities, doggie daycare, the local part, on a hike, [...]
Ten Common Signs of Cancer in Small Animals
1. Abnormal swellings that persist or continue to grow 2. Sores that do not heal 3. Weight loss 4. Loss of appetite 5. Bleeding or discharge from any body opening 6. Offensive odor 7. Difficulty eating or swallowing 8. Hesitation to exercise or loss of stamina 9. Persistent lameness or stiffness 10. Difficulty breathing, urinating, [...]
Cleaning Fluffy’s Teeth
The most effective way to keep cats’ teeth and gums healthy is by brushing. With a little patience and a lot of praise, brushing can be a pleasurable experience. Repeat each of the following over time. As your cat becomes used to each step move on to the next. Remember to talk in an upbeat [...]
Is It An Emergency?
Here are 10 signs that indicate an immediate trip to the clinic is in order Most people want to provide their cats with the very best care, but don’t want to run to their veterinarians every time there’s a sign of trouble. Sometimes, though, even the most concientious person can’t distinguish between a true emergency [...]
