As we get older, we become wiser after learning from our mistakes. One mistake many pet owners make is including their furry companions in their holiday festivities, without thinking how to make the celebration pet-friendly. Although pets are part of the family and we want to include them, holiday hazards abound for our four-legged friends. [...]
You know you’re not supposed to feed your pet from the dinner table, but sometimes those sweet, begging eyes are too cute to resist. Before you give in to your pet’s pleas, ensure you’re not unintentionally putting her in harm’s way. Many foods commonly found in kitchens can be deadly to pets, and being educated [...]
Perhaps you rank medicating your pet right up there with having a root canal. Maybe you would rather wrangle a snake than hold down your squirming, spitting cat who is resisting a syringe full of medication. While medicating your dog or cat may never be fun, our tips and tricks may make it easier for [...]
Braving the travel battle with your cat for her annual wellness visit with your veterinarian is on par with attempting to medicate a ninja cat. Bringing your dog to our hospital for routine care is likely simpler than handling your feisty feline, but cats need regular care, too. In fact, wellness visits are more important [...]
Summer is here, and the weather is warming up. Spending time outdoors with our pets is one of the most enjoyable activities of the season. However, our furry companions can’t sweat enough to cool off, leaving them at risk of heat exhaustion, dehydration, and potential death. Animal Care Veterinary Hospital (ACVH) is here to help [...]
New parents, especially those with their first baby, often struggle with introducing their dog to their new bundle of joy. People and dogs can be nervous and anxious, leading to tense interactions. Follow these steps if you’re expecting a non-furry family addition to help your dog accept the new situation. 1. Stick with a routine. [...]
Spring has sprung. For some people, that means itchy, watery, red eyes, as well as sniffling and sneezing. Pets can have allergies, too, but they show different symptoms that can be hard to spot. Here are some facts about allergies in pets and how you can help your furry friend this spring. Symptoms of allergies [...]
#1: Your pet can have a flea or tick problem without you knowing Fleas and ticks are tiny and can be difficult to see on your pet. Adult fleas can be as small as 1 millimeter long, which is large enough to be seen with the naked eye if you look carefully. Ticks in the [...]
As the owner of an indoor cat, it’s important to provide mental and physical stimulation—“enrichment”—for your feline friend. Here are a few ways to keep your cat happy, healthy, and on her toes. Food Natural hunters, cats enjoy searching for treats and food. Food-dispensing toys — When moved in the right ways, these toys release [...]
Heartworm disease, a serious illness that affects dogs, cats, and other animals, is transmitted by mosquitoes that have picked up larval worms from infected dogs. When a mosquito carrying heartworm larvae bites another dog or cat, the worms are injected into that animal’s body, where they begin to make their way to the heart, lungs, [...]