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• posted: Jul. 05, 2021
• Doctor's Notes

Like humans, many pets can develop anxiety. And like humans, it can stem from a number of different causes. Anxiety is manifested with similar physiological signs of fear, but they Read More

• posted: Jun. 22, 2021
• Doctor's Notes

The Summer months can be extremely uncomfortable and very dangerous for people and pets! It's difficult enough simply to cope with rising temperatures, but add in thick humidity and June Read More

• posted: Jun. 11, 2021
• Doctor's Notes

Leptospirosis is one of those words that people hear about when they take their animals to the Veterinarian, but really what is it, and why are we so adamant about Read More

• posted: Feb. 26, 2021
• Doctor's Notes
• Ferrets,  AMSH Survival Guide,  Ferrets 101

Ferrets; are adorable and those cute little eyes almost get you every time at the pet store. But, do they make good pets? The answer is yes! You just need Read More

• posted: Feb. 09, 2021
• Doctor's Notes
• Dogs,  Cats,  Dog,  Cat,  Dental Health,  Foul Breath,  Teeth

Got to love opposable thumbs, right? Could you imagine if we could not brush our own teeth… what that would look like? Take a look at your pet’s mouth. Pets Read More

• posted: Dec. 29, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• Cats,  feline,  licking,  health

My cat keeps licking me with its scratchy little tongue… why? Typically, there are two major reasons as to why your cat is grooming you: Affection and the need for social interaction- Cats Read More

• posted: Dec. 21, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• cats,  dogs,  at home,  anxiety,  tips and tricks

How is COVID-19 affecting your dog? Due to the Shelter-in-Place orders issued around the country, many people began spending much more time at home. Working from home, having food and groceries Read More

• posted: Oct. 09, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• dog,  cat,  Anal glands,  scooting,  bottom,  stinky,  smell,  licking

What is the squeeze on Anal Glands? When you hear the word anal gland or anal sac… I don’t think that your first thought is the organs and glands located at Read More

• posted: Aug. 24, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• diabetes,  kidney disease,  feline,  senior cats,  bloodwork

My Doctor Suggested Lab Work for My Senior Cat, Do I really need to do that? It is okay to wonder why your veterinarian recommended the lab work for your aging Read More

• posted: Aug. 17, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• Aging Dogs,  Canine Cognitive Dysfunction,  Alzheimers,  Foggy Brain

Overview: Dog Dementia, or canine cognitive disorder/dysfunction. While similar to Alzheimer’s, they are not the same. It impacts dogs later in life and comes on slowly. With age, the body, as Read More

• posted: Aug. 10, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• arthritis,  older pets,  senior dogs,  pain,  inflammation,  joint pain,  aging pets

What is Arthritis?  The definition of arthritis is the inflammation of joints. Arthritis can be caused by such a wide variety of conditions immune-mediated disease, infection, metabolic issues, and trauma. Read More

• posted: Aug. 04, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• Dog,  Cat,  Questions,  Bird,  FAQ

Q: My cat is not grooming anymore. What is wrong? A: There can be several possibilities. Arthritis is a major cause because it hurts them to bend around to groom. Kidney Read More

• posted: Jul. 24, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• dogs,  dangers,  summer,  Heat stroke

On a 90-degree day, the temperature inside a car can rise to a minimum of 124 degrees in 30 minutes. Now imagine having a fur coat on, and the inability Read More

• posted: Jul. 17, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• Dogs,  Cats,  Dental

Dental Disease is the most common health issue affecting dogs and cats. Bacteria that joins with saliva forms plaque, which builds up if not removed regularly. Then, calcium salts from Read More

• posted: Jul. 13, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• Dogs,  cats,  arthritis,  Questions,  microchips,  dental

Q: Should I get my pet microchipped? A: Yes! The microchip is a way to permanently identify your pet. It is the size of a grain of rice that goes under Read More

• posted: Jul. 09, 2020
• Doctor's Notes
• Feline,  Cat,  Fun Facts

Cats can swallow and digest their food without chewing it.Feline taste buds cannot detect sweetness.Adult cats can "talk" only to humans and not to each other. They can control us Read More