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Keeping Our Furry Companions Safe in Holmdel Summer is the perfect time of year to bond with your pet in the great outdoors. Yet, while we’re enjoying that wooded trail, a day out at the beach, or simply a lazy day in the backyard, it’s important to be aware of the dangers our pets face.…

It’s that time of year when we start looking for ways to spruce up our yard, and get rid of the things that shouldn’t be growing there.  Pesticides and fertilizers, all containing potentially harmful chemicals, are being applied to plants, flower beds, and lawns.  If you’re a pet parent, you probably already know that it’s…

There was a time when Heartworm Disease was relatively confined to the warm, humid states of the Southeast.  Pet owners up North, and out West were unconcerned because the winter freeze and dry heat kept the mosquito populations to a minimum.  However, that is no longer reality in the United States. Thanks in part to…

It isn’t their size, breed, gender or age that are predictors of a dogs’ potential for biting. It’s the circumstances of their history coupled with their personality, and the situation they find themselves in. According to the CDC, more than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the US, and over 800,000…

Wellness exams are essential for both dogs and cats, yet many cats do not see their veterinarian on a regular basis like they should. Cats are hardy creatures, but just because they don’t show signs of being unwell, doesn’t mean they don’t need to see a vet. Often, our animal hospital in Holmdel sees cats…

It’s fun to take your furry friends for a ride in the car.  In fact, it’s become so routine, even the teller at the drive-up window is equipped with a stash of treats for your special shotgun rider! Yet, as exciting as it all seems, whether you’re simply riding around town, or on a road…

A great deal of planning goes into the celebrations that make the month of December a whirlwind of food, family, friends and festivities!  Keeping the holidays happy and memorable takes a little extra effort for those of us with pets. Nothing dampens the holiday spirit like a sick pet, especially when the humans in their…

Driving to work, in the pouring rain, a Vet Tech spotted a tiny Yorkie shivering, wet, and obviously alone.  Everything about the scene pointed to a dog in trouble.  Pulling to the curb, and opening the door in an attempt to attract the dog, she was surprised at how quickly the little guy hopped in. …

Chances are, we’ve all hit rough patches in life that drag us down, and sap our spirit.  It isn’t uncommon for our furry little friends to mirror our demeanor…they seem to be anxious when we’re anxious, depressed when we’re depressed.  While they have no idea what’s going on in our lives, they know that their…

Every pet parent knows that when a storm is coming, it could spell disaster—not just for your lawn furniture, but your pets, too! Many pets are more sensitive to the changes in the weather than we are, and they don’t always understand that those loud booms and flashes of light can’t hurt them when they’re…