The holidays should be a time of celebration, great food, and better company, not a time to be rushing to the emergency veterinary hospital because of a pet’s mishap. Pets tend to sniff out mischief any time of year, but many hazards abound for cats and dogs during the holiday season. As the end-of-year holidays [...]
Veterinary technicians have many of the same medical responsibilities that nurses have with human patients, except our patients have paws and claws. Veterinarians rely on vet techs to perform a myriad of clinical tasks and ensure that your pet’s needs are met. Vet techs are highly skilled, indispensable members of our veterinary care team. What [...]
You know that a successful holiday trip requires planning, such as booking your hotel room and flight, well in advance. Whether you will take a trip across the country or a holiday vacation overseas, ensure you also plan ahead for your pet’s vacation. To make holiday boarding reservations and preparations a cinch, follow these seven [...]
When we lose a pet, we often feel a void that we believe can never be filled. While that may be true, there are ways to cope with the grief and sorrow that come with losing a beloved dog, cat, or other four-legged family member. While we know your pet is irreplaceable, find comfort in [...]
As you slather on the mosquito and tick repellent before going for a hike, don’t forget that your furry friend also needs protection against these pesky parasites, and the diseases they carry—namely, heartworm disease and Lyme disease. Mosquitoes and heartworm disease in pets For people, mosquito bites are an annoying part of summer, but for [...]
Summer is the ideal time for picnic fun and beach trips—not a pet disaster. Fun summertime activities will undoubtedly have your entire family—two- and four-legged members, alike—enjoying the great outdoors, but be aware of the pet dangers that could turn your fun time into a nightmare. Follow these three safety tips, to ensure your pet [...]
Nothing is more heartbreaking than knowing your beloved pet is wandering lost and alone, with no means to find their way back home. Without a collar, ID tags, or a microchip, your pet may end up stuck in an animal shelter, or adopted by another family. In addition to ensuring a happy reunion with your [...]
As the weather warms and the days get longer, springtime can make us feel as though we are emerging from hibernation. But, before you head into the great outdoors with your pet, remember that fleas, ticks, and other pesky parasites are also coming out in droves, and your pet is the perfect target. Not only [...]
Upstate New York winters can be brutally snowy, frigid, and downright long. It’s no secret that our climate can leave skin dry and cracked, and our pets’ fur matted and dirty. With spring around the corner, now is the perfect time to get your pet fresh and clean with a new grooming regimen. Whether you [...]
Dental conditions are exceedingly common in pets—in fact, dental disease, also known as periodontal disease, is diagnosed in more than two-thirds of dogs and cats over age 3. Dental disease encompasses a variety of components, including varying degrees of tartar buildup, gingivitis, and possible loose or missing teeth. Other common dental problems include fractured teeth, [...]
