by admin | Mar 23, 2020 | Birds, Cats, Dogs, General, Pet Health, Wellness Care
Infectious disease experts and several international and domestic human and animal health organizations agree there is no evidence at this point to indicate that pets become ill with COVID-19 or that they spread it to other animals, including people. COVID-19 appears...
by admin | Feb 4, 2020 | Cats, Dogs, Pet Emergencies, Pet Health, Poisoning, Prevention, Wellness Care
Tea tree oil is a popular alternative treatment for many skin conditions affecting humans and its popularity has resulted in veterinary skin care products that contain the product. In small concentrations (.1% to 1%), tea tree oil is tolerated and safe for cats and...
by admin | Dec 19, 2019 | Accidents, Cats, Diet, Dogs, Pet Emergencies, Poisoning, Prevention, Seasonal Dangers, Wellness Care
This holiday season we have already seen a rash of pets eating things they shouldn’t, causing obstruction of the stomach or intestines, and often resulting in life-threatening situations if left untreated. Some objects can pass without taking medical intervention,...
by admin | Nov 12, 2019 | Cats, Diet, Dogs, Food, Pet Emergencies, Pet Health, Prevention, Seasonal Dangers, Wellness Care
Although you may be able to handle extra food and rich desserts with only a few pounds to show, your pet can’t. Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) and gastroenteritis (inflammation of the stomach and intestines) are common holiday maladies we see in...
by admin | Sep 23, 2019 | Cats, Dogs, Exercise, General, Pet Health, Prevention, Wellness Care
Diabetes mellitis is common in middle-aged to older cats (especially overweight cats) and middle-aged dogs. The disease occurs when the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin, which then causes blood sugar to rise. We diagnose diabetes when we see a combination of...
by admin | Jul 3, 2019 | Cats, Heart, Pet Emergencies, Pet Health, Prevention, Wellness Care
Cats are frequently diagnosed with heart murmurs, however hearing a murmur during a physical exam is no reason to panic. It is a reason to have a discussion about heart disease and what it may mean for your kitty. Many cats with heart murmurs will live long, happy,...
