Despite their popularity with pet owners, cats account for a fraction of veterinary well care. By contrast, twice as many of their canine counterparts receive routine annual visits! Reasons for the absence of preventive care range from owners not knowing that annual care is necessary…
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Our summer fun can spell out trouble for our pets! Warm weather celebrations can wreak havoc on our four-legged family members. From terrifying fireworks and thunderstorms that have our pets literally “running scared,” to barbecues that pose dietary hazards, summer may not be all fun…
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Did you know that 5.6% of all positive cases of Lyme disease diagnosed across the U.S. are diagnosed in dogs living in New Jersey? In Monmouth County, the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) reports 1 out of 11 dogs tested was confirmed positive for Lyme…
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As a pet owner, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about heartworms, but are you doing enough to protect your pet from this potentially fatal disease? The spring and summer months are usually when this disease is most prevalent, but heartworms can actually be…
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The veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline receive hundreds of calls this time of year from pet owners and veterinarians concerning cats that have ingested Easter lilies. “Unbeknownst to many pet owners, Easter lilies are highly toxic to cats,” said Ahna Brutlag, DVM, MS assistant director at Pet Poison…
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Dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian to check for early signs…
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Is your pet itching, scratching, and losing fur? While this may happen all year round, winter is the perfect time to evaluate the cause. In the winter months, with the absence of seasonal allergies, the cause of flare-ups that your pet is experiencing are probably…
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Just like people, pets naturally slow down as they age. However, if you notice that your dog is exhibiting other signs as well, such as difficulty walking, standing up, or lowering their head to eat, this may be more than aging. This could be the…
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Like their owners, diabetes in dogs and cats is increasing in alarming numbers. Although the official cause of this disease is unknown, there are many known contributing factors, including genetics, obesity, and chronic pancreatitis. Also like humans, dogs and cats can develop both Type 1…
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Does your pet seem to be putting on some weight? While being a few pounds overweight isn’t typically a reason for concern for humans, for a pet, it is. Dogs and cats obviously weigh much less than a full-grown human, so a cat that’s just…
