Dogs love to explore the world with their noses and mouths. Some dogs don’t seem to feel complete until they swallow all or part of what comes across their path. When this happens an object may get stuck along the intestinal tract causing an obstruction that we call intestinal blockage. As your emergency vet, we …
Pet Emergencies Require Immediate Care Our pets are family. We know their behaviors and their personalities so intimately that if their disposition changes, we sound the alarm. Knowing the signs of common pet emergencies will help you care for your pet if an emergency presents itself. Emergencies require immediate care and that is why we …
Dogs are curious critters and sometimes their curiosity can get them into trouble. There are some things that a dog can get into or encounter that will require an emergency visit to the vet. Among these things is an encounter with a venomous spider, in particular, a black widow or a brown recluse. Find out …
Bee stings become more prevalent as springtime flowers bring hungry honey bees. While honey bees are generally harmless, they will sting when they feel threatened. Imagine a small bee just minding his own wax, gathering pollen from a dandelion, when your curious pooch moves in on the same flower. In a split second your dog …
Allergies are no fun. Allergic reactions feel yucky, they slow us down and can be very uncomfortable. Unfortunately, pets also suffer from allergies. Their allergies fall into two categories: food allergies and environmental allergies. Know whether or not your pet suffers from allergies so that you can prevent allergic reactions from occurring and treat …
Part 2 In part 1 of finding the dog that fits your family, we highlighted how choosing the right dog means researching breeds and choosing a dog that has an energy level you are willing to accommodate. Similarly, certain breeds require other types of care that you’ll want to take note of as you research. In …
Part 1 Thinking of getting a dog? That’s great! Dogs add so much to our lives. They also add a lot of work and stress if you don’t get a dog that fits your lifestyle and family needs. Finding the dog that fits your family is really important both for your family and the dog’s …
Caring for an aging dog Part 2 Caring for an aging dog brings up a whole new set of health conditions. In Part 1 of Caring for an aging dog, we covered arthritis, one of the ailments that your aging dog might face as they enter their senior years. In this post we provide more information …
Caring for an Aging Dog Part 1 Caring for an aging dog means understanding how their needs change. Your once peppy puppy is now a sweet old senior whose care regimen has to adjust to keep them healthy for as long as possible. In this two-part blog, we’ll cover some issues facing the aging dog. …
You are not sure how it happened or when it started, but the trips to the neighbors to eat the food left out for their cat, and all the snacks you love to feed them has taken its toll and now your cat is fat. Over 50% of cats are either overweight or obese. Sure, it’s …