Food Allergies
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 …
Cats
Allergic Dermatitis
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 …
Healthy Skin
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 Affects Dogs and Cats
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 …
Heartworm Disease in our area
Every three years, the American Heartworm Society (AHS) gathers data on heartworm testing to understand the impact heartworm is having nationwide, as well as in specific regions. Testing data from thousands of veterinary practices and shelters is used to create …
Poison Prevention Week – Essential Oils
What are essential oils? Essential oils are the concentrated liquids (volatile organic compounds) of plants. They are also used in cleaning products, food and drink flavorings, herbal remedies, perfumes, personal care products, and liquid potpourris used as home air fresheners …
The Truth of Home Flea Remedies
Fleas are a real nuisance, so it’s not a surprise that we will stop at nothing to eradicate them from our pet’s life. Unfortunately, you may have been provided some bad information on how to best prevent fleas and handle …
Recommended Flea Prevention Options
With so many products on the market, it can be a bit overwhelming to pick a good, effective flea prevention for or pets. Here are our recommendations: For Dogs: Our two primary recommendations are Sentinel and Trifexis. Sentinel Oral monthly …