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When to Seek Immediate Veterinary Care for a Limping Pet
When to Seek Immediate Veterinary Care for a Limping Pet In most cases, your pet's lameness can be addressed during regular veterinary hours. However, there are certain circumstances, accompanied by limping, that require immediate attention at the nearest emergency...
Five Standard Soft Tissue Operations for Pets
Five Standard Soft Tissue Operations for Pets Numerous animals require various surgical treatments, including both standard elective procedures like neutering or spaying and routine operations that are necessary to save their life. General veterinary facilities...
How To Keep Your Dog Safe During Walks
Watch Out On Walks: Hazards to Avoid When Walking Your Pet Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day with your four-legged friend on March 30, but don’t let hazards ruin a perfect day. Keep your eyes peeled for the following issues when walking your pet. #1:...
6 Pet Surgery Recovery Tips
6 Ways to Help Your Pet Recover from Surgery Orthopedic surgery—or any surgery—is a major event for a pet, and can interfere with their daily function long after they return home. Help your pet get back on their paws more quickly after an orthopedic surgery...
Fun Valentine’s Day Pet Treat Ideas
Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many other safe pet treats you can share with them. Try the...
Is My Pet’s Limp Serious?
When your pet suddenly develops a limp, you may wonder whether it is a problem that requires urgent care or an issue that can be managed at home with rest. Let’s run through the list of the most common reasons pets limp and when a limp turns into an emergency. Causes...
How to Avoid a Winter Pet Emergency
Do you know the signs of an emergency situation with a pet? Though pets can't tell us when they need help, there are certain telltale indicators that something is wrong. Knowing how to recognize and respond properly in an urgent situation with your pet could make all...
Easy Treatments to Fix Your Pet’s Dry Skin
As the winter months roll in, many pet owners are struggling to keep their beloved furry friends healthy and comfortable. One of the most common issues that arise is dry, flaky skin—it can be uncomfortable for our pets and can actually lead to more serious medical...
5 Holiday Hazards That Can Harm Your Pet
The holidays are a time of joy and celebration, but they can also be a time of danger for your pets. From poisonous plants to dangerous decorations, there are many hazards lurking in your home that can harm your pet. Here are five holiday hazards that you need to...
What You Need to Know about Hypothermia in Pets
If you're a pet owner, then it's important to be aware of the symptoms of hypothermia in your pet. In extreme cases, hypothermia can be fatal. So if you suspect that your pet is suffering from hypothermia, it's crucial to seek veterinary care right away. This blog...