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 | Mar 17, 2020 | General
HERE’S WHAT WE KNOW: There are 7 different types of coronaviruses. The CDC doesn’t believe this strain, COVID-19, can be transmitted to domestic animals. The virus originated from an animal source but is now being spread person-to-person. At present, infectious...
by admin | Dec 6, 2019 | General
The holidays are closing in quickly and for many, pets are part of the fun. However, this time of year can also be dangerous for our dogs and cats. The holidays are when we see an increase in emergency cases at MetroVet. To keep your pet out of the ER and to help...
by admin | Oct 29, 2019 | Dentistry, Diet, Dogs, Food, General, Pet Health, Prevention, Wellness Care
As of September 5, the Centers for Disease Control reports 143 people infected from 35 states, with 33 people hospitalized. We’ve never been fans of pig ear treats for dogs due their high fat content, coating agents, and the high incidence of stomach upset they...
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 29, 2019 | Dogs, General, Pet Health, Prevention, Vaccines, Wellness Care
Oregon Humane Society pauses dog adoptions after group exposed to dog flu. In June, the Oregon Humane Society reported that three dogs in their care tested positive for Canine Influenza Virus. These dogs were part of a larger “second-chance” transfer from a...
