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It’s always a good time to revisit the rules of pet heat safety and dog heat stroke prevention. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are more common in pets than you think, but they are also easily preventable with proper precautions. With summer just about in full swing, let’s go over some important reminders about protecting…

Cats are such wonderful creatures that require a lot of attention and love. These independent animals make lots of noises to communicate with us. Some of the wonderful noises they make though are similar. So, how do you figure out the meaning behind your feline friend’s noises? Read our Holmdel, NJ, animal hospital’s article below for all…

What Are Dog Ear Mites? Dog ear mites’ scientific name is otodectes cynotis. These small creatures are arachnids and in the same family as spiders and ticks. They feed on the wax and secretions inside the ear canal and in turn bite the skin. The itching and scratching that follows can result in damage from self-trauma.…

Cats are curious and mysterious animals that show their affection and emotions through their physical reactions. Although some cats are more vocal than others, most cats use their paws, eyes, nose, and tail to communicate with their owners. Possibly the best feeling is when a cat jumps on your body and begins to ‘make biscuits’.…

Preventing dental disease isn’t the only way you can protect your pet’s dental health. One thing we’ve been seeing surprisingly frequently at our animal hospital in Holmdel, NJ, is dogs coming in with teeth damaged from chewing on deer antlers! While it seems like a completely normal thing to give dogs deer antlers to keep…

It is common for your cat to have flaky, dry skin. If you spot white flakes coming out of your cat’s fur, there is a chance that it’s dandruff. The visible white flakes that come from your cat’s skin when brushed or touched, is usually when the skin is irritated, unhealthy, or the fur is…

With the spooky season just around the corner, it’s important to brush up on some of the most important safety tips for your pets this Halloween. Halloween is an exciting and fun time for the human members of the family, but your pet may not agree, and may need to be watched carefully at this…

If your cat is experiencing some coughing, no need to panic as there are a multitude of factors to consider, as well as fixes for this issue; some may be less expensive than you might expect! Some causes and treatments for your cat’s coughing could be as simple as the type of litter you are…

Do you have a dog who doesn’t like to be left alone? Most dogs get a little upset when their owners leave for a while, but some dogs can be very challenging to deal with because of this. These dogs may have separation anxiety, which means they become extremely agitated when none of their human…