By: Dr. Bruce Goldman Halloween can be a fun time for all, including your pets! The costumes, pumpkins and treats can bring a few dangers to our furry friends that we want to keep you mindful of. Here are four things to keep in mind this month as you prepare…
By: Dr. Shanna Plitt, Veterinarian Does your pet have morning breath ALL DAY? Have you stopped cuddling with your pet because of their stinky yawns? If so, it is probably time to discuss their dental hygiene. Bad breath isn’t just embarrassing, it is often a sign of infection! We run our Pearly…
By: Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Veterinarian We received such great feedback from Dr. Mosby’s “Play It Cool This Summer” blog, so I decided to add to our summer series with a second blog. In Dr. Mosby’s blog, we talked about the temperature inside of a parked car, the importance of hydration, testing the…
Seasonal allergies can flare up for our pets just like they do for us. Your pet may be feeling the pollen pain so make sure to keep your eyes and ears open for any symptoms they may be experiencing. With dogs, we tend to see skin and ear issues more…
By: Dr. Bruce Goldman, Veterinarian It is finally starting to feel like Spring, which means we finally get to play outside under the warm sun with our pets! We need to remember, however, that if we are enjoying the outdoors then the not so friendly ticks are enjoying it right along with…
By: Dr. Shanna Plitt, Veterinarian The American Veterinary Medical Association [AVMA] recognizes April as National Heartworm Awareness Month. And for good reason, too! Spring is springing which gives us longer days and more time outside for activities. Unfortunately, mosquitoes come out for the warm weather, as well, and they aren’t…
By: Dr. Laura Carpenter, Veterinarian There are many good reasons to spay a female dog. Spaying is the removal of the reproductive organs in a female (most commonly the ovaries and uterus, also known as ovariohysterectomy). Spaying eliminates heat cycles and prevents litters of unplanned puppies. Spaying can also prevent pyometra,…
By: Dr. Colleen McCafferty, Chief of Staff Awards season is in full swing with the Academy Awards right around the corner. A night to kick back on your couch, make some popcorn and see who takes the top spots. But did you know that there is an even bigger season…
By Dr. Laura Carpenter, Veterinarian You may have noticed your veterinarian requesting a stool sample as part of the annual wellness visit or when your pet has a gastrointestinal problem. Why on earth is your veterinarian so keen on pet poop? Because most of our companions will harbor a parasite at…
By Dr. Laura Carpenter, Veterinarian Imagine what your mouth would feel like if you never brushed your teeth or went to the dentist. For many dogs and cats, this is a painful reality. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, more than 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have dental…