Our Pet Care Blog

Welcome to Bayshore Veterinary Hospital’s blog! Here you’ll find helpful articles, expert insights, and practical tips on everything from preventive health and nutrition to behavior and wellness, all designed to keep your pets living their best lives.

  • Dog Running Through Grass

    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…

  • cat sitting on the couch and meowing

    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…

  • person looking inside their dogs ear

    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…

  • Cat Making Biscuits

    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…

  • Dog Chewing On A Deer Antler Treat

    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…

  • white cat laying on their back

    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…

  • brown puppy chewing on a carved pumpkin

    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…

  • black cat sitting on the floor

    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…

  • receptionist desk in the front lobby

    Do you suspect your dog might have fleas? Do you know what to do about it if they do? Spotting fleas on your dog can sometimes be tricky, and if you find signs of fleas, it’s important to know what to do next. In this…

  • white and tan dog looking out the window

    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…