September 28 is World Rabies Day, a global health observance started in 2007 to raise awareness about the burden of rabies and bring together partners to enhance prevention and control efforts worldwide. World Rabies Day is observed in many countries, …
On August 1st, 2018, the AVMA published an article by Greg Cima, stating there may be some specialty diets that cause heart disease in dogs and cats, and researchers are trying to identify the connection. Dr. Lisa M. Freeman, a …
Animal Medical Clinic provides 24 hour care for your hospitalized and boarded pets Monday through Friday. Your pet’s health and safety are of vital importance to us, so our overnight care program is designed to ensure your pet receives the …
You notice your dog licking or chewing excessively at a focal spot on its body. As if he/she can’t leave it alone, much like a toddler with a mosquito bite. The more irritated it becomes the more the pet will …
Some animals have the potential to develop a specific sensitivity (allergy) to a component of their diet. They are not allergic to a particular brand of food, but to a particular ingredient in the food. Usually they are allergic to …
For any pet owner, seeing your dog or cat in a state of itching is always troubling. Itching may be caused by a variety of things, such as mites, infection, or fleas. But one of the most common causes of …
The general condition of your dog’s skin and coat are good indicators of its health. A healthy coat should be shiny and smooth, not brittle or coarse, and healthy skin should be supple and clear, not greasy, flaky or bumpy. …
Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects dogs, cats, and up to 30 other species of mammals. It is caused by parasitic worms living in the heart and the major vessels of the lungs. The scientific name …