Do you know what heartworm prevention really is?
By: Dr. Leslie Carr Every year I get the questions: “Do I need to keep my dog on Heartworm prevention through the winter?” “Do I need to keep my older dog on heartworm prevention?” “Does my cat need to be treated?” The short answer is yes. And, there are many reasons...
TICKS, YUCK!
Tick season is upon us. Not only are ticks nasty little creatures that suck blood, but they transmit several different diseases. Most people are familiar with Lyme Disease in this area. Dogs get Lyme too. They are also susceptible to Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and...Check Us Out On Facebook
It’s giving… ✨bad breath vibes!✨ 😷🤢
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!!