Approximately 80 percent of dogs over the age of three have some form of oral disease, typically gum disease.1 Similar to humans, plaque buildup on your pet’s teeth can lead to gum disease, which in turn can lead to heart disease. Small breeds are more prone to gum disease because they have a lot of […]
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Vaccination Recommendations for Older Dogs: Puppy vaccinations are very important, but even mature dogs have a lot of valuable protection to gain from routine vaccinations. Common and serious diseases such as rabies and distemper need to be prevented. After a puppy’s initial round of vaccinations up to 16 weeks of age, the traditional immunization-visit interval […]
Summer is coming and school will soon be out. With warm weather and no school, people are now more apt to travel. Many pet owners will want to take their beloved furry friends along with them. However, just as with anything involving pets, there are steps one should take when it comes to pet travel. […]
We have identified a local case of canine distemper. Canine distemper is a highly contagious viral disease that affects dogs worldwide. It is caused by the canine distemper virus (CDV), which belongs to the Morbillivirus genus. This virus primarily targets the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems of infected animals, leading to a wide range of […]
Nail care for cats is important. One, properly-trimmed nails cause less damage to furniture and human skin. Two, properly-trimmed nails cut the risk of ingrown toenails. However, trimming a cat’s nails is not always a fun task. Below are some tips for making the process smoother. Do not try to clip any cat’s nails when […]
Spaying or neutering pets is a widely discussed topic in the realm of animal welfare. While it has become a common practice, debates continue to surround its efficacy, ethical implications, and long-term effects on animals’ health and behavior. Benefits of Spaying or Neutering: Population Control: One of the primary reasons for spaying or neutering pets […]
Allergy sufferers everywhere know how stressful allergies can be to deal with. What people may not know is that animals have their own allergies, too. Just like humans, their immune system sometimes overacts to allergens. However, their bodies respond differently than ours do. It’s important to be able to identify allergy symptoms in your pet […]
Dogs possess an amazing ability to sniff out changes in human physiology, even drawing attention to diseases such as cancer. Their ability to detect low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and alert humans is well established. People with type I diabetes can experience abnormal drops in blood sugar – potentially resulting in fatigue, unconsciousness, or seizures. That’s […]
New or worsening aggressive behavior in older dogs or cats may result from undiagnosed pain. It’s sad but true that many dog owners may unnecessarily turn their dogs over to animal control for euthanasia when the dog’s behavior could have been returned to normal with good veterinary care. In a study published in the Journal […]
