Diabetes in Pets – Understanding and Managing Care
Diabetes in Pets – Understanding and Managing Care Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease where the body cannot use glucose (a type of sugar) normally. Glucose is the main source of energy for the cells in the body and it comes from the food pets eat, is...
Which Plants Are Safe, Dangerous, or Deadly for Pets?
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...
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...
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...
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...Check Us Out On Facebook
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Make sure you are keeping up with your pet’s dental health! Periodontal disease is the most common infectious disease in dogs and cats. Left untreated, this condition can cause issues with their major organs and lead to heart disease, since bacteria from their mouths can enter their bloodstream and settle in around their heart. Schedule a dental consult with us to get on the books for your pet’s dental! 🦷
We will be closing early at 6pm Tuesday 9/12, Wednesday 9/13, and Thursday 9/14. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
September is Animal Pain Awareness Month! Pain comes in many forms, here are a few examples - surgical, arthritis, and cancer related pain. Acute pain is obvious and distressing, however chronic pain can be subtle and masked as “getting old” or “slowing down.” Our doctors like to stress that old age is not a disease! The purpose of this month is to highlight all of the common signs of pain your pet might be having. Please take a look at this diagram and let us know if your pet(s) are exhibiting any of these signs!!