The Big, Bad, Bloat!
Bloat / Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV) Of all veterinary medical emergencies, nothing strikes fear in the heart of veterinarian like a good GDV emergency. One of the internal medicine clinicians in my veterinary school loved to dramatically rush into the third-year surgery on-call room at 4:30 pm and announce, “There’s a GDV on the way!” and run away laughing...Read More
So…My Dog Ate My Weed…
As marijuana is becoming increasingly popular in use as it is legalized throughout the US, it is becoming a more prominent problem with our pets as well. This is something we are experiencing more and more in our profession, with some clinics treating 2-3 cases per week. The ASPCA poison control hotline said their reported cases have increased 200% in...Read More
New Clinical Trial for Cats with Chronic Kidney Disease
Does your cat have kidney disease? One of the most common disease processes that affects older cats is Chronic Kidney Disease or CKD. CKD happens when there has been a gradual loss of kidney function over time. Your kitty’s kidneys filter wastes and excess fluids from his or her blood. These substances are then excreted in the kitty’s urine. When chronic kidney disease reaches an...Read More
Why Your Dog Should Be Groomed By Professionals
Grooming, whether a hair cut and/or a bath, is essential for the health and comfort of your dog. Hair and skin that is soiled can sometimes become itchy and cause your pet to scratch. Many dogs have skin allergies and regular bathing and grooming can aide in helping to control this. Long haired dogs have hair that often will mat....Read More
A ‘Supermutt’ Reveals Her True Identity
Strudel, a rescue dog with unknown origins, took a DNA test that provides information on breed mix, health risks, and more. If you have a mixed breed dog, chances are high that you have debated your pup’s lineage. Maybe the adoption organization listed your dog as a Boxer/Labrador cross, but you’re convinced she has some herding dog mixed in somewhere....Read More
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- Adoption
- Dog Owners
- Dogs
- Pet Health
How To Keep Your Dog Safe In The Snow
It is no surprise that our four legged friends love snow days as much as we do. It is magical to watch a puppy run through snow for the first time but we want to give you some tips on keeping them safe during these cold, snowy days: Give your dog adequate time to adjust to conditions. Acclimating them to...Read More
Should I Feed My Pet Goat’s Milk?
Recently goat’s milk has become one of the more popular supplements in the pet world. It has been touted to improve digestion, help with allergies, packed with protein and fatty acids, and even cure cancer. It is widely available in pet stores and online. However, is it really helpful or even safe? Goat’s milk has never been scientifically studied to...Read More
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- Cats
- Dogs
- Illness
- Pet Food
- Pet Health
- Supplements
Hidden Dangers For Pets Around The Holidays
Poinsettias get a lot of attention for their toxicity to pets. In reality this toxicity is highly inflated. They are only mildly irritating to pets. If you pet eats part of a plant you may see mild gastrointestinal signs (diarrhea or upset tummy.) If you or your pet’s skin comes in contact with the white sappy material from a broken...Read More
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- Holidays
- Uncategorized
How The Pet Hospitals Helps Fight Rabies
The Pet Hospitals is committed to fighting rabies in the world’s most at-risk regions. Rabies is a deadly disease that can affect domestic animals, wild animals, and humans. It is caused by a virus and is mostly transmitted through the bite or scratch of an infected animal. The most common source of rabies in humans in under-developed nations is from...Read More
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- Cats
- Dogs
- Kitten
- Pet Health
- Puppy
- Senior Pets
- Wellness
Let’s Talk About Vaccines
Depending on how you’ve acquired your new family member, he or she may have already received one or two vaccinations. Vaccines are used to stimulate our pets’ immune systems to prepare them for exposure to potentially harmful diseases. Although vaccines may not prevent 100% of disease, they definitely decrease the severity of disease. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association,...Read More
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- Adoption
- Kitten Kit
- Pet Health
- Puppy Kit
- Wellness
