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
Most people like it when their dogs jump to greet them once they get home. But think of a case where your guest arrives and your dog jumps up on them; it may be frightening and uncomfortable to them. So what can you do to stop your dog from jumping on guests? How can you modify this behavior? You should begin by understanding why your dog jumps in the first place. The main reason it will continue jumping on your guests is because it has been rewarded for its behavior in the past like allowing it to jump or feeding it right after it has jumped. Other reasons include greeting and showing its dominance. You can now use the following 9 tips to prevent your dog from jumping on your guests.
An indoor life offers many cat health and safety benefits, especially in today’s concrete jungles. Unaccompanied cats face all kinds of dangers when they venture outdoors.
Still not sure indoor living is the best fit for your cat? Here are the pros of keeping them in.
Read moreCat Health Benefits from Raising Your Kitty Indoors
Like humans, pets experience dental problems. Dental disease is common in dogs and frequently occurs in dogs that are two-to-three years old. The good news is that there are different things you can do to correct these issues and prevent them from reoccurring. Here is a list of the most common dental problems in dogs, and how to correct them:
The pet hospital is the last place you want to visit during the holidays. Considering the season’s festive décor and scrumptious feasts though, dogs tend to grow more curious and enterprising this time of the year and may often find themselves in situations that put their safety and health at risk.
Read moreHow to Keep Your Dog Out of the Pet Hospital During the Holidays
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.
Those big puppy dog eyes looking up at you, the wagging tail…It can be incredibly tempting to sneak your pup a few scraps from the table here and there, but is this doing more harm than good?
The seasons are changing and fall is upon us, which tends to conjure up images of sweaters, boots, and cozy snuggles by the fire, but this time of year can also prove to be dangerous for your feline friend. As the fall foliage begins to drop from the trees, it is important that you educate yourself about a few important cat care tips. As with any season, there are certain pests to be on the lookout for, as well as other potential hazards that can be avoided with a little work on your part.
Adding heartworm and flea prevention for dogs to your to-do list as a pet owner is worth every bit of time and effort you put into it. Not only does it help keep your dog safe but also it saves you the trouble (and expenses) of treating a full-blown infection or infestation.
Read moreA Run-Down of Heartworm and Flea Prevention for Dogs
One of the first things to consider when adopting a dog is whether or not you are going to spay or neuter her or him. For many people, it is a no-brainer to neuter your dog, as you have no intention of breeding him. For others, the idea of spaying or neutering a new pup is more complicated. In order to make an informed decision about dog neutering and spaying, it is important that you understand the pros and cons of both sides.
Read moreDog Neutering and Spaying: The Pros and Cons of Each