Bugs Don’t Take a Break: Why Year-Round Parasite Prevention is a Must

Bugs Don’t Take a Break: Why Year-Round Parasite Prevention is a Must

Fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and other creepy crawlies…a summer problem, right? Wrong. Contrary to popular belief, parasites continue to thrive year-round, even when the weather turns brisk. Despite the occasional chilly temperatures, these formidable foes continue to wreak havoc on our pets (and sometimes on us). While it may be tempting to save a few bucks […]

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Lifetime Health With Routine Pet Wellness Exams

Lifetime Health With Routine Pet Wellness Exams

The needs of a bouncy, playful, young animal are very different from an aging one, right? That’s why there are age-appropriate food options and developmentally-appropriate activities. Similarly, pet wellness exams are designed to follow – and support – an animal’s path throughout life. Their aim is to cover all relevant topics at hand, prevent disease, […]

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How Do You Know? Recognizing and Dealing With a Pet Emergency

How Do You Know? Recognizing and Dealing With a Pet Emergency

Animals display signs of illness or injury in a variety of ways. Likewise, sometimes a pet exhibits dangerous symptoms only for them to clear up within a couple of hours. As a responsible pet owner, how do you know whether to “wait it out” or to seek help for a pet emergency? Although it can […]

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How to Keep Your Pet Safe on Valentine’s Day

How to Keep Your Pet Safe on Valentine’s Day

Dr. Sandy Tisdelle Chocolates and flowers and candles, Oh My! I’ve always though Valentine’s Day was a sneaky little holiday.  When you’re single it creeps past you quietly then wags its tail in your face reminding you there is one less holiday to be had for us independent folk.  Then, when you’re in a relationship, it […]

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How Children Should Interact with Dogs!

How Children Should Interact with Dogs!

Dr. Jillian Richter Children can often be the recipients of serious and sometimes life threatening bites from dogs and cats. Without realizing it, children may be provoking the animal with their body language and actions! It is important to teach children the proper way to approach and interact with animals at a young age to […]

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How to Celebrate the Holidays with your Pets

How to Celebrate the Holidays with your Pets

Dr. Schoenig With the holiday season coming up, we all look forward to spending time with our loved ones- including our furry ones!  The holidays can be a stressful time for your pets, with travel, out-of-town guests, and their normal routine being changed, so be sure to take some time to show your fur kids […]

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What Should I Feed My Pet?

What Should I Feed My Pet?

Dr. Amanda Slusky The decision of which pet food to buy is a complex one, but remember, your veterinarian is always there to answer questions about what diet, and how much, is best for your pet. There are many factors that goes into their recommendation: Age: Age plays a huge role in determining what is the […]

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How to Best Transport your Cat to the Vet

How to Best Transport your Cat to the Vet

Dr. Bridget Andersen How you transport your cat to the vet matters. We at Animal Medical Hospital are working to become a certified “Fear Free” hospital.   The term “Fear Free” refers to a movement within veterinary medicine that addresses the emotional welfare of our patients, and the people that love them.  This means that […]

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How to Best Transport your Dog to the Vet

How to Best Transport your Dog to the Vet

Dr. Bridget Andersen How you transport your dog to the vet matters. We at Animal Medical Hospital are working to become a certified “Fear Free” hospital.   The term “Fear Free” refers to a movement within veterinary medicine that addresses the emotional welfare of our patients, and the people that love them.  This means that […]

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What is Canine Hip Dysplasia?

What is Canine Hip Dysplasia?

Dr. Robert Brady What Is Canine Hip Dysplasia? Canine hip dysplasia is a painful disease that affects millions of dogs each year. It is an inherited developmental disorder of the hip joint and can lead to debilitating arthritis. Its progression can be influenced by environmental factors, such as weight gain, nutrition, and exercise. Certain breeds, […]

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