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  • When to Take Your Dog to the Pet Hospital

    As a pet owner, one knows how much their furry friends mean to them. They bring joy, love, and comfort. However, like humans, dogs also fall sick and sometimes require urgent medical attention. It can be hard to know when you should take your dog to the pet hospital, especially if you don't know what signs to look for. This blog will cover the signs that indicate your dog needs immediate medical attention from a pet hospital. [Read More]

  • Does Your Dog Have A Hot Spot? See The Vet

    While there are a number of skin problems that can affect dogs, hot spots tend to be one of the most common. As a dog owner, it is therefore important that you learn how to recognize hot spots and seek care for your dog when they occur. Keep reading to learn the basics. What are the signs of hot spots? Hot spots are essentially red, irritated skin lesions. You may notice them on your dog's belly, back, or side. [Read More]

  • How To Respond When Your Dog Is Vomiting

    When your dog starts to vomit, it can become very nerve-racking. However, many times when your dog vomits there is nothing too serious happening. They may have eaten something that did not sit well with their digestive system. Vomiting is a way to naturally protect their gut health. There are times, however, when your dog vomits, and it may be problematic. Here's a closer look at why your dog may be vomiting. [Read More]

  • Vet Services To Consider Before Getting A Pet

    Before you get a pet, you should consider the type of vet services the pet will need throughout their life. It's easy to assume that once a pet has had their shots, they are good to go. In reality, pets are just like people and need regular medical care and attention, and can fall ill at any time. Pets are expensive and life-long commitments. Depending on the species of pet you get, you can be looking at over a decade of care and responsibility. [Read More]

  • Pet Cremation: Facts Every Pet Owner Should Know While Their Pet Is Healthy

    Saying goodbye to a beloved animal is heartbreaking and it is not something any pet owner wants to think about while their pet is still healthy and happy. However, if your pet suddenly becomes ill and you must decide to put them down, it can be overwhelming trying to determine if pet cremation or a traditional burial is best for you. Learning a few facts about pet cremation, while your pet is still healthy, means you have one less thing to worry about at the time of your pet's death. [Read More]

  • What A Vet Can Do About Sore Paw Pads

    A dog's paw pads can become sore for a number of reasons. Maybe your dog walked over some hot asphalt and has minor burns on their pads. Or perhaps they simply hiked over a lot of rough terrain, and they have some abrasions and swelling on their pads as a result. Sore paw pads are not usually an emergency, but they are a reason to take your dog to the vet. [Read More]

  • Three Reasons That Your Dog May Need A Tooth Extraction

    When you take your dog for its annual checkup at a local animal hospital, you can expect that the veterinarian will spend some time assessing the pet's dental health. The vet will tell you whether the dog's teeth and gums are healthy or if there are any issues present. In some cases — particularly as a dog gets older — the vet may bring up the topic of tooth extraction. This means that the vet will need to remove one or more of the teeth. [Read More]

  • Dog Care Tips For Large Breeds

    All dogs need love, attention, good food, and regular vet care to thrive. But dogs do vary in their other needs. Large dogs, in particular, need some precise care that's not always as important for smaller dogs. Here are some key ways to care for your large-breed dog. Invest in good training early on. Behaviors that may seem "silly" and easy to dismiss in small dogs can be downright dangerous in larger dogs. [Read More]

  • Why Is Your Dog Unable To Urinate And What Can You Do?

    If you are having to let your dog out constantly, or if your dog is attempting to urinate often and is unable to get enough output, they may have a urinary tract infection. Your dog may also be having accidents in the house more frequently as it is unable to hold urine in the bladder. If you suspect your dog has a bladder infection, you need to pay attention to how much your dog is drinking and get your dog to the veterinarian for treatment. [Read More]

  • Three Reasons Why Pets Often Need Oral Surgery

    Cats and dogs make use of their mouth for a whole range of different tasks that humans simply use their hands for. Everything from carrying their kittens and pups all the way through to fighting off or hunting vermin, your pet's mouth and teeth will get a workout almost every day. That is why even though their teeth and mouth may look fine, they often require pet oral surgery every few years. [Read More]