Floods, tornadoes, hurricanes and other crises are scary realities. When these natural disasters threaten your area, people have to leave their homes and seek shelter. Many prepare for these disasters and the possible evacuation, especially if they live on the coast and are at risk for hurricanes or flash floods. But have you co...
Bloat is a frightening and deadly disease that affects dogs. Many pet parents have suddenly discovered that their four-legged companion had a swollen abdomen and was in great distress. After getting to their vet, they were told that surgery was necessary for their beloved pet.
Using digital x-rays for pets allows us to provide better care for your pets, and it helps us detect symptoms that aren’t revealed by traditional film x-rays. Below, we’ll explain the importance of x-rays for pets and how they help us detect symptoms early on and provide the best treatment for your pet.
When you own a pet, there are many things to keep in mind.
You not only need to make sure their environment is safe for themselves, but also have a working knowledge of what pets should and shouldn’t eat, and keep their best interests at heart.
I know many of you have noticed that thunderstorm season has begun. Those storms that roll in like clockwork every afternoon leaving us and our lawns drenched and our pets anxious. I know for many it can be difficult to watch as our normally well behaved calm pet begins to pace or hide, follow us around, or even whimper.
Just like with people, being overweight can have a significant impact on your pet’s overall health. Both dogs and cats can develop various diseases as a result of being obese or overweight. In some instances, neglecting your pet’s weight may even shorten their lifespan.
Certain foods that we treasure as humans contain substances that are toxic to our pets. While it would be great to be able to feed your furry friend with the exact type of food you eat, you must be aware of the dangers in doing so. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of foods you must not feed to your pets.
Have you ever thought about leaving your pet in the car while you just run into the store for a quick second? In just ten minutes a cars internal temperature can reach a scorching 104 degrees. And after twenty minutes it can be up to 114 degrees.
Pets can get curious and eat a foreign object or anything toxic to them. Dogs are particularly prone to eating foreign objects that they find around the house. When this happens, you need to act fast and rush the pet to your vet immediately.
Giardia is a parasite that infects cats and dogs, leading to a disease that can cause them grave harm. Below, we’ll discuss the symptoms of Giardia infection and the treatment options available.