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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…

There are few behaviors more frustrating to cat owners than the cat who suddenly begins to soil outside the litter box. In fact, it is one of the main reasons owners abandon their cats or drop them off in shelters, where they’re often euthanized. Cats who exhibit this behavior are mistakenly labeled spiteful or angry…

Cushing’s disease occurs most frequently in middle aged to older dogs, and is the result of an overproduction of the hormone cortisol. Cortisol is a highly beneficial hormone, produced by the adrenal gland in response to stress. For a dog, that stress can be something as simple as a trip to the vet’s office. Under…

What’s more natural than sharing our favorite foods with our “best friends?” Unfortunately, some of our go-to favorites can have dire consequences for our pets. Knowing what’s safe and what’s an absolute “no-no” is vital! While most people worry about dogs because of their natural quest for table scraps, cats should be protected from these…

With the exception of Hudson and Salem Counties, New Jersey is designated a “high risk” state when it comes to Lyme Disease.  There were 17,201 new cases reported, among the canine population, during 2017.  The CDC classifies ticks as being 2nd only to mosquitoes when it comes to transmitting diseases, both infectious and toxic, to…