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Category Archives: Pet Health
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Large breed dogs are often afflicted with abnormal development of the hips. This is a problem we commonly refer to as Hip Dysplasia. This abnormal development occurs during a dog’s growth phase. The hips are a ball and socket type … Continue reading
What’s Lurking in Your Cat’s Mouth?
This past week, I was reminded of the importance of dental health in our feline patients. My own kitty, Walter, has always battled gingivitis (inflammation of his gums) from a young age. He has had multiple dental procedures performed to … Continue reading
Posted in Cat Care, Feline, Pet Dental Care, Pet Health, Senior Pets, Uncategorized
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Feline Parasite Control
We all have heard that dogs need to be on year-round heartworm preventative to prevent heartworm disease and also infestation of intestinal parasites. However, did you know cats could get these diseases too? Regardless of whether a cat lives entirely … Continue reading
Posted in Cat Care, Feline, Heartworm Disease, Kids and Pets, Pet Health
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Socialization is a Life Saver for Your Puppy
You just adopted your brand new puppy and you are in love already. Your parenting instincts are in high gear, you want to do everything you can to protect her and keep her healthy and happy for the rest of … Continue reading
Dog Treats and Weight Gain
Let’s explore how small differences in calorie counts can make a big difference in a pet’s weight. Let’s start with the number of calories a small dog needs to consume per day to maintain body weight. A 15 pound dog … Continue reading
Posted in Canine, Dog, Pet Health, Pet Nutrition
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