Sweet Smells? Essential Oils and Pets

Sweet Smells? Essential Oils and Pets

Aromatherapy has been around for many years, but nowadays, essential oils are all the rage. Recently, people have been using essential oils in a number of home remedies. They’re touted for relieving everything from muscle aches to depression to allergies. This begs the question – is it safe to mix essential oils and pets? The […]

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Swimming Safety for Dogs

Swimming Safety for Dogs

As we prepare to dive into summer, many of us are thinking about how much we love lakes, the ocean, rivers, ponds, pools, and being on boats. We know quite a few dogs who love these activities, too! So the team at Animal Medical Hospital thought the time was right to share some tips for […]

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Kitty 101: Why do Cats Knead?

Kitty 101: Why do Cats Knead?

Part of the fun of cat ownership is observing the many “uniquely feline behaviors” displayed by our sweet kitties. Stalking, pouncing, fastidious grooming, and tail twitches are just some of the many examples of behaviors we observe in cats but not other pets. Kneading (the rhythmic, alternating push and pull of the front paws against […]

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Pet Exercise Trends That (Might) Stand the Test of Time

Pet Exercise Trends That (Might) Stand the Test of Time

Pet Zumba or Cross Fit might sound outlandish, but exercise trends that meaningfully impact people also have the potential to affect pets. Sure, it might be awhile before we see a feline Fitbit, but with gadgets like Trakz, it’s only a matter of time. Pet exercise trends are definitely a thing, and we’re happy they […]

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A Spotlight on Our Pet Emergency Services

A Spotlight on Our Pet Emergency Services

Dealing with a pet emergency is one of the most difficult parts of being a pet owner. Seeing your pet injured or in pain, the confusion of wondering what comes next, and managing the financial aspects can be downright upsetting. Some pet emergencies simply aren’t preventable, but knowing where you can go for pet emergency […]

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Too Good to be True? Swoon-Worthy Pet Boarding, Camps, and Grooming Services

Too Good to be True? Swoon-Worthy Pet Boarding, Camps, and Grooming Services

You know that unshakable feeling that you’ve forgotten something, like turning off the oven or, like the movie Home Alone, conducting a proper head count? Equally disquieting is the sense that your pet is getting into trouble in your absence or isn’t being cared for in the way they’re accustomed to at home. Pet boarding […]

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Itchy and Scratchy: A Primer on Spring Pet Allergies

Itchy and Scratchy: A Primer on Spring Pet Allergies

Environmental allergies affect people and pets alike. While most of us tend to have watery eyes this time of year, spring pet allergies primarily cause itchy skin. Licking or chewing of the paws, ear infections, and chronic skin infections are the unfortunate results of budding trees and flowering plants. The good news? There are ways […]

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Canine Conundrum: Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

Canine Conundrum: Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

If you’re like most of the dog owners out there, you pay close attention to what goes into the food bowl and treat bag. Without a doubt, nutrition is at the cornerstone of your dog’s overall health. Feeding them the right things – at the right stage of development – is critical to day-to-day wellness. […]

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Heartworm Prevention… All Year Round?

Heartworm Prevention… All Year Round?

After the first frost, it’s pretty uncommon to see a mosquito flitting around. That means that you can stop giving your pet their parasite prevention medication, right? With no visible bugs to contend with, pets are at minimal risk of diseases transmitted from these unfortunate bloodsuckers. Just begin giving them a dose in early spring, […]

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An Eye on Pet Safety in the Backyard

An Eye on Pet Safety in the Backyard

People who live in apartments have understandable “yard envy” – especially if they share their place with a pet. To be sure, a fenced-in area brings a lot to the table, but that doesn’t mean yards are always risk-free. When pet safety is observed in and around the backyard, pet owners can truly have the […]

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