Cats have a need—no, not a need for speed—a need to scratch. However, when your cat shreds your upholstery and drapes, you likely detest their instinctual behavior, no matter how normal and necessary. Cats scratch for many reasons, and all of them are essential to their physical and mental wellbeing. If you’re itching to put [...]
You know your pet’s annual wellness visits are important because preventive care, like vaccinations and screening tests, keeps them healthy. But, did you know that your pet’s oral health and routine preventive care are equally important for their overall health? Read on for five reasons why focusing on your pet’s dental care is so important. [...]
While your pet’s New Year’s resolutions may run along the lines of “eat more bacon” and “claim the couch for myself,” the resolutions you make for them should focus on their wellness. To help you create resolutions for your pet, our Stack Veterinary Hospital team put together 10 wellness-focused goals to ring in the New [...]
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a common neurological problem that can cause pain and mobility issues in affected dogs and can occur in the cervical (i.e., neck), thoracic (i.e., chest), lumbar (i.e., lower back), or lumbosacral (i.e., pelvic) areas. Disease that occurs in the cervical and thoracolumbar regions affect the spinal cord, while disease that [...]
Your pet is a much-loved family member, and you likely become a little nervous when they require anesthesia, whether for a simple procedure or a complex surgery. However, anesthesia is usually essential to keep your pet safe and pain-free, and allow for precision and efficiency from the veterinary team during a procedure. Our team at [...]
Many pets are prone to ear infections, and affected pets can experience complications, such as hearing loss and neurological signs, if their condition is not managed appropriately. Our Stack Veterinary Hospital team provides information about pet ear infections and offers tips to help decrease your pet’s risk. Pet ear infection types Pet ear infections are [...]
Vaccinating your pet is one of the easiest and most effective ways to help them live a long, healthy life. Our Stack Veterinary Hospital team knows that determining which vaccines your pet needs and how often they need boosters can feel overwhelming, especially for new pet owners. We created this pet vaccination guide to help [...]
Pain can be extremely debilitating for pets, but pain medications can have significant side effects. Laser therapy is a drug-free, non-invasive treatment modality that can help relieve your pet’s pain. Our Stack Veterinary Hospital team wants to provide information about laser therapy in pets to help you determine if your pet is a candidate. Laser [...]
A pet affected by a heart condition requires specialized care that only a board-certified cardiologist can provide. Our team at Stack Veterinary Hospital explains what issues can affect your pet’s heart and how your pet can benefit from a veterinary cardiologist’s expertise. Common heart conditions in dogs Dogs can be affected by numerous heart conditions [...]
When your pet’s life comes to an end, you may feel like your own life has turned upside down. Pet-related grief is real and deep, and can be challenging to navigate—especially when your friends and family can’t empathize. But, by better understanding this grief, acknowledging its presence, and taking ownership of your emotions, you can—in [...]