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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…

Every year, Veterinarians report an uptick in sick visits, directly related to the holiday season. Sadly, most of them are completely avoidable! Let’s take a look at some of the perils our pets face from holiday festivities. GI upsets, related to Thanksgiving dinner, are an annual launch of the holiday season. While family and friends…

The application of advanced technology, as well as research breakthroughs, have brought dramatic changes to the field of Veterinary Medical Care in both diagnostic and treatment options. However, those advances come at a price. Costly equipment, larger, state of the art facilities, increased staffing, and comprehensive training necessary to implement these greatly improved services have…

An inevitable part of owning a pet, is coming to accept their relatively short lifespan. At some point, whether because of illness, trauma, or advanced age, most of us find ourselves grappling with the same question: How do we know when it’s time to let them go? In truth, there is no precise, perfect time.…

When an owner expresses frustration over behavior issues with a pet, the first step is to gather as much information as possible about the problems they’re experiencing.  Often, what the owner considers undesirable, is normal behavior for the breed, or life stage of their pet. Some common breed specific behaviors, in companion animals, that may…

When cats and dogs experience an excessive loss of fluids from their bodies, they can become dehydrated.  The drop in fluid volume triggers an electrolyte imbalance that can rapidly progress to a life threatening condition. Electrolytes are naturally occurring chemicals that regulate the body’s organs and systems. For the heart (including blood pressure), lungs, kidneys,…

The kidneys perform functions vital to the process of living. They filter out waste and potential toxins through the production of urine, help regulate the volume of fluids in the body, and maintain balance in levels of sodium, and chemistries in the bloodstream. In short, healthy kidneys are integral to a healthy life. Here is…