Which Plants Are Safe, Dangerous, or Deadly for Pets?
Gardening can be a fun and relaxing hobby, and many people garden in areas that are easily accessible to their pets. Because of this, it is good to know which plants are considered safe and which can be dangerous should your cat or dog get into mischief in the garden by digging up, chewing or […]
Breaking News: Canine Influenza near Arnold, Maryland
On August 16, veterinarians in coastal Maryland confirmed a case of Canine Influenza Virus according to WMDT.com. In this case, the patient was a dog vacationing with its family from the Northeast when the virus was discovered. Our veterinarians are recommending all dog owners ensure their dog’s vaccinations are up-to-date immediately! Even if you and […]
There’s no such thing as dog breath!
By Dr. Lindsay Laird “There’s no such thing as dog breath”. One of my professors in vet school always started her lectures on animal dentistry with this statement. Initially I didn’t believe her, but what she meant was that if an animal’s breath smells bad there is often an underlying cause. What your pet eats […]
Why Wellness Visits for Your Pet?
By: Dr. Leslie Carr A friend of mine was visiting me yesterday. She was deeply concerned about the love of her life, her 14-year-old Border Collie. Jaime’s brain is still very active, but the body is breaking down. This turned into a discussion of how long our pets live in this age. Even 20 years […]
Thunderstorms….Is your pet afraid?
Why You Shouldn’t Use Acepromazine (“Ace”) For Fearful Pets By: Dr. Kelly Stern Many pets are fearful and anxious when it comes to things like vet visits, nail trims, car rides, thunderstorms and fireworks. They show this by exhibiting behavior such as: excessive panting, pacing, shaking, destructive behavior, hiding, being “clingy”, etc. Unfortunately, many pets […]
Spring has Sprung but so has Pet Allergies
By Dr. Lindsay Laird It’s that time of year again the flowers are blooming, the weather is warmer , people are sneezing, and pets are itching. Spring is definitely here and unfortunately that means allergy season has arrived as well. In people, seasonal allergies tend to manifest as sneezing, nasal discharge, and itchy, watery eyes. […]
Ouch! That hurts. Pain in our pets.
By: Dr. Leslie Carr I recently attended a veterinary educational conference that focused on pain management in cats and dogs. There are many new studies completed and pending that support the benefits of managing pain in our pets. Chronic Pain Management in human medicine is a HUGE field of practice. Yet veterinary medicine has been […]
Check the Chip Day – August 15, 2017
August 15, 2017 is National Check the Chip Day. This event has been created to focus on the importance of microchipping your pet and registering the microchip. Microchips don’t replace a tag and collar, but they can make all the difference when it comes to getting your pet back.
BREAKING NEWS – CANINE INFLUENZA OUTBREAK.
Recently at a well-traveled dog show facility there was an outbreak of the Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) in the Southeast. The confirmed cases have been documented from Florida to Virginia, with the potential of coming even farther north.
More Purr, Less Panic
Did you know August 22 is “Take Your Cat to the Vet Day” So why am I telling you about this in June? Many cat owners panic at the thought of wrestling with their cat to get them in the carrier. Then the howling and possible soiling of the carrier during the car ride. If […]