The holidays are finally here, which only means one thing: it’s time to tackle that shopping list. If you are like us, your Christmas gift list includes both humans and animals. There is just something incredibly rewarding in giving your beloved pet a new Christmas-themed toy, treats, bed, or even jacket!
Read moreFun-Loving Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Furry Friend
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.
Dog dental care is often overlooked by owners, but it is just as important to keeping your dog healthy and happy. To protect your dog from recurring or future dental problems, you need to take good care of their teeth and gums. Here’s how.
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?
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?
Separation anxiety is a very real – and sometimes frustrating – problem that dogs of all different breeds, shapes, and sizes suffer from. As a pet owner, this can be extremely frustrating, for many different reasons. Dogs experiencing separation anxiety might urinate, defecate, bark, howl, chew, dig, or even try to escape your home when you are not there. Sure, these behaviors may also indicate that your dog could stand to go back to training and needs to be taught proper house manners, but they also can be symptoms of distress or separation anxiety.
Read moreHow to Care for Dogs Suffering from Separation Anxiety
Come join us for some free and safe trick or treating for the kids! Held by the Humane Society of Carroll County, kids will love going round all the treat stations hosted by local businesses and animal rescues, including our very own veterinary clinic!
Our pet-loving clients are proud to nominate Kim Briggs as our valued Employee of the Month for September 2016. We are so proud to have her as part of the team here at Sykesville Veterinary Clinic!
Common pests and parasites that usually infest cats and dogs can also affect pocket pets, such as guinea pigs, ferrets, gerbils, hamsters, and rabbits. Unfortunately, the medications that work for your other pets may not be the best treatment for smaller animals.
Preventative care in these cases is crucial. Here are the various parasites that can harm pocket pets and the preventative actions you can do to keep them safe.
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.