Lily Toxicity in Cats by Dr. Virginia Kiefer

Lily Toxicity in Cats by Dr. Virginia Kiefer

Happy Spring! With the coming of spring, we are seeing beautiful flowers and plants (and lots of pollen!) While these flowers and plants are bright and beautiful to behold, some can be dangerous for our furry friends. Specifically, I wanted to address Lily toxicity in cats, especially with Easter right around the corner. Certain species […]

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February is National Pet Dental Health Month

February is National Pet Dental Health Month

 Studies have shown that a healthy mouth can actually add years to your pet’s life.  80% of dogs and 70% of cats will have some form of dental disease before they turn three.  Dental problems don’t just affect the mouth, either.  Dental disease can have adverse effects on the heart, kidneys, and other major organs.  […]

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January is Walk Your Pet Month

January is Walk Your Pet Month

What a great way to start the year!  Exercise is very important in helping your pet live a healthy and long life, and walking your dog can actually help you to meet your own fitness goals.  A recent study from the University of Missouri found that people who walk with dogs are more consistent in their […]

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November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month

November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month

Cancer is the #1 disease related killer of pets.  Fortunately, with an increase in pet cancer awareness and newly available treatment options, more pets are surviving this life-threatening disease than ever before. November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month.  Be aware of these early pet cancer warning signs: Abnormal swellings that persist and grow Sores that […]

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Rabies: A Fatal Disease That Affects People Too

Rabies: A Fatal Disease That Affects People Too

Rabies is a generally fatal viral disease that affects the central nervous system and can infect all warm-blooded animals, including humans.  The virus lives in the saliva, and animals can contract rabies from a bite from an infected animal.  In Europe, foxes are the main reservoir while in North America the skunk, fox, raccoon and […]

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Spaying & Neutering

Spaying & Neutering

So your puppy or kitten is getting older…what is next in providing the best care for them? When your pet is about 5-6 months old, we recommend having them spayed or neutered. This is an important decision for pet owners. There are several reasons for this recommendation: Good for Your Pet Spaying and neutering helps […]

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Vaccinating Your Puppy or Kitten

Vaccinating Your Puppy or Kitten

If you are about to add a new puppy or kitten to your household make sure to acquire documentation of vaccination status and previous veterinary care so that you may continue your pet’s care seamlessly.  Potentially dangerous, disease-causing organisms are part of your new addition’s environment.  Puppies and kittens are at the highest risk for […]

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Dental Care at Home

Dental Care at Home

At some point, most pets do need to go under anesthesia for a thorough dental cleaning. By taking some simple steps at home, however, you may be able to decrease the frequency these cleanings are needed and help prevent problems that result in more extensive dental work. Brush your pet’s teeth! Even if you can’t […]

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Tuna Breath

Tuna Breath

Dental cleaning is important for all of our furry friends.  But did you know that cats are predisposed to several conditions besides periodontal disease that dogs do not experience?  These make dental examinations and cleanings even more important for our feline companions. Feline gingivostomatitis is a condition in which the cat’s body becomes allergic to […]

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Behind Closed Doors…

Behind Closed Doors…

Despite the best of efforts, most pets can benefit from having a dentistry performed at some point in their life.  In fact, you should plan for your pet to require a dental cleaning every 1-2 years after 3 years of age (this may vary between animals).  But what really happens when you drop your furry […]

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