posted: Jun 17, 2020.

If your senior dog is having trouble getting up, limps, or appears stiff after resting, or seems reluctant to walk, run or climb stairs, osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease (DJD) Read more

posted: Jun 08, 2020.

Hot weather poses many dangers to pets, including hyperthermia or heat stroke. Heatstroke most often occurs because a pet is left in a parked car, isn't provided with adequate shade Read more

posted: May 26, 2020.

Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that affects both animals and humans. Leptospira bacteria are found in soil and water. It is transmitted when infected water or soil contacts the mucous Read more

posted: May 18, 2020.

Sometimes it happens- your dog has been sprayed by a skunk! What do you do? Our Hospital carries "Skunk Off" rinse which is probably the easiest solution. For a home recipe, mix Read more

posted: May 11, 2020.

Keeping fleas and ticks off your pets is critical. These parasites are carriers for serious diseases. Many options are available for controlling fleas and ticks, including collars, powders, topical liquids, Read more

posted: May 05, 2020.

Ahhh, Summertime. We look forward to warm sunny days, but it's important to take precautions that protect our pets. The biggest danger is hyperthermia- when your pet's body generates more Read more

posted: Apr 30, 2020.

Cats today are living well into their teens and beyond, but they are considered elderly at 10 years old and will age at the rate of 5 human years annually. Read more

posted: Apr 20, 2020.

These nasty little parasites are common everywhere, and each year, animals become infected with the serious diseases they transmit. Ticks feed by biting into your pet's skin and ingesting blood. Read more

posted: Apr 06, 2020.

Worm infestations can cause diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, a swollen belly, dry fur, dull coat, increased heart rate, and sometimes death. Several types of these parasites can infect your pets. Read more

posted: Mar 24, 2020.

How can we keep our aging pets healthier longer? Early detection of disease! If we can find problems early, we can slow down some health issues or possibly eliminate them. Read more

posted: Mar 09, 2020.

Hey AMSH Family! We have had some questions in regard to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) so we are going to give you guys the latest information regarding it and how it Read more

posted: Feb 26, 2020.

Pet's are susceptible to many of the same diseases that afflict people. Cancer affects nearly one in three dogs. It can develop in any part of the body at any Read more

posted: Feb 11, 2020.

Hearing is one of your dog's keenest senses, so when his ears are bothering him, it's a big deal! There are many reasons a dog's ears become irritated. Some of Read more

posted: Feb 06, 2020.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) or Chronic Renal Failure (CRF) is common in cats, especially as they age. Unfortunately, cats can lose as much as 75% of their kidney function before Read more

posted: Jan 30, 2020.

Many cat parents assume they would know if their kitty was in pain. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Your cat has a strong instinct to hide pain or illness Read more

posted: Jan 22, 2020.

In puppyhood, your dog romped and played to stay strong and in prime condition. With age, however, joint or weight problems can limit activity and lead to more physical problems. Read more