When we picture a cute little bunny, images of them gnawing on a big orange carrot often come to mind. While it is largely assumed that rabbits need only carrots and lettuce to survive, this simply isn’t true.
Read moreWhy Your Rabbit Cannot Live on Just Carrots and Lettuce
Winter is always a busy season for us veterinarians. There are a number of threats that can put the health and safety of your dearest pet at risk during this time of year. Here are some top tips from our Sykesville vet staff on how you can keep your pet safe from those wintry threats.
Read moreSykesville Vet Tips: Pet Health Hazards During Winter
When we talk about “silent killers” of dogs and cats, we’re talking about those diseases that show no early signs and yet are deadly enough to cause damage without you knowing. The sad bit is that by the time you realize your pet is ill and visit the pet hospital, the damage done could be irreversible.
Read moreWarning: Do You Know the #1 “Silent Killer” of Dogs & Cats?
We all love our pets, but we do not like the mess they cause around. If you are a pet owner or veterinarian searching for cleaning advice, here are the 12 cleaning tips every dog or cat owner should know.
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Statistical research indicates that in the U.S. alone there are 97.3 million pets (cats and dogs combined). In other words, 65% of the American population has at least one pet in their household. If we add number of pet owners from the rest of the world…well, you get the idea. When you think about this, it’s no surprise that scientists wanted to check if owning a pet was good for our health. Not only have they discovered it’s good, but also they found having an animal is one of the keys to a longer life.
Read more6 Scientific Facts You Live Longer If You’re a Pet Owner
We’ve seen it time and time again in the movies – giving a pet as a surprise gift for Christmas. While this may be an “aww” moment on film, this is a big no-no in real life.
There are many, many reasons why you should never give a pet as a surprise holiday gift, some of which we will go over here shortly. Before we dive into that, we want to point out that taking on the responsibility of a pet is a major decision that should not be taken lightly. If you are thinking about adopt a pet, it is important that you sit down with your Sykesville vet and discuss what you are looking for, as well as what some of the responsibilities that come along with pet ownership are. Please do not give a pet as a gift this holiday season to get in someone else’s good graces, make your kids happy, or any other reason.
Read moreWhy You Should NOT Give Pets as Surprise Holiday Gifts
Ringworm is a common condition that can affect both pets and humans. A fungal infection of the superficial layers of the skin, hair, and nails, the name ‘ringworm’ comes from the round, red, raised ring that marks the boundary of the inflammation.
It is safe to say that most people have either had ringworm themselves, or known someone who has. There are several different forms of ringworm that you should be aware of in order to know how to treat it in either you or your pet.
Veterinarians are trained to trim your pet’s nails, but owners themselves can learn how to do it too. What’s important is that it gets done regularly. But how should you go about it?
The very idea of your beloved cat or dog growing old is something all pet owners try not to think about. We all want to see our pets live as long, happy, and healthy as possible, but unfortunately sometimes illnesses take over. It is not uncommon for major health changes to occur in pets in a short amount of time, which is why it is absolutely imperative you are prepared for the worst and know how to properly care for your senior pet.
We are thrilled to announce that we are hosting Rabies Awareness Month right here at Sykesville Veterinary Clinic. This is an incredibly important cause to us, and one that needs as much awareness as possible.