by webmaster admin | May 29, 2020 | Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Parasites, Pet Safety
What is Heartworm? Heartworm disease is caused by a parasite called Dirofilaria immitis, commonly known as heartworm. The parasites are long, hair-like worms that live in the right ventricle of the heart and the pulmonary artery. Dogs are the most common host. They...
by webmaster admin | Apr 28, 2020 | Cats, Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Parasites, Pet Care, Pet Safety
COVID-19 has presented us with a new set of challenges. While some recommendations have changed, we are still encouraging clients to bring their pets in for cases which may otherwise have long term animal and public health impacts. Vaccines and parasite prevention...
by webmaster admin | Apr 3, 2020 | Cats, Disease and Symptoms, Dogs, Pet Safety
Please Note: There is limited information surrounding COVID-19 & animals. Continue to practice proper hygiene, physical distancing and minimize contact with animals as well as people. We will keep you updated as new information surfaces. Can animals develop...
by webmaster admin | Oct 1, 2019 | Cats, Dogs, Pet Safety, Toxicity
Outlined below are some common plants your pet may come in contact with during the fall season. Autumn crocus Autumn crocus, otherwise known as Meadow Saffron, is toxic to both cats and dogs. Signs of ingestion may include bloody vomiting, diarrhea and shock....
by webmaster admin | Nov 27, 2018 | Cats, Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Safety
Christmas / Holiday Season Decorations Tinsel & ribbon – While they may seem like a fun object to play with for your pet, they have the potential to act as a foreign body. They may get stuck in their gastrointestinal tract and cause tissue damage that requires...
by webmaster admin | Oct 14, 2018 | Cats, Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Safety
As summer wraps up, along with its allergies and high troublesome temperatures, fall takes over with its own hazards and concerns. When people think of fall, the first thing that comes to mind is usually Thanksgiving and Halloween. While these are times to celebrate...
