Did you know that as many as 30 percent of adult dogs are afflicted with arthritis? This painful condition can sometimes be caused just by aging, but it can also be a result of injury or illness. Obesity can also be a factor, as can activity. Although arthritis cannot be cured, there are now many wonderful options for treating it and helping pets feel better. However, it’s important to address the issue early on. The … Read More
October is Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! Going to a shelter is a great way to find your new pet. You’ll not only be able to choose from a variety of adorable pooches, you’ll also be helping other animals. Read on as a Columbia, MD vet discusses adopting a shelter dog. Benefits of Adopting From A Shelter There are many reasons to adopt from a shelter. For one thing, you’ll be giving a sweet pooch … Read More
Are you planning to take your canine friend on some fun excursions this summer? Dogs love exploring, and can actually make great travel buddies. However, you will want to take some precautions to keep Fido happy, healthy, and safe on your journey. Read on as an Ellicott City, MD veterinarian offers some advice on traveling with Fido. Preparations Make sure that Fido is microchipped, wearing ID tags, and up to date on all of his … Read More
International Cat Day is coming up August 8th. Our feline friends are wonderful pets! Fluffy may be small, but she can take up a lot of space in our hearts. In this article, a Columbia, MD vet offers tips on how to pamper your cat. Kitty Garden Set out some pet-safe plants for Fluffy to nibble on and hide behind. Check the ASPCA website for a full list of options. Purrniture Fluffy always enjoys having … Read More
Do you like gardening? Plants can really make any space look attractive and welcoming. They also help filter the air. If you have a cat, why not make your furry pal a kitty garden? This will allow Fluffy to get a taste of outdoors, without exposing her to the dangers posed by cars, weather, predators, and other hazards. Read on as a local Ellicott City, MD vet offers some tips on creating a kitty garden. … Read More
Do you plan to take your pooch swimming this summer? Many of our canine buddies love cooling off on hot days by taking a dip at the pool. Just be sure to put Fido’s safety first. Pools can be very dangerous for Man’s Best Friend! Here, a Columbia, MD vet discusses keeping your pup safe poolside. Swim Lessons Some of our canine friends take to water naturally. Retrievers, for example, absolutely love to swim. Other … Read More
Did you know that May is Chip Your Pet Month? Microchipping your furry friend is a very simple and quick procedure, but it’s very important for your pet’s health and well-being. If you haven’t had your animal companion chipped yet, we recommend that you get this done as soon as possible. A local Ellicott City, MD vet discusses microchips in this article. The Procedure Microchipping is one of the best things you can do to … Read More
Does your kitty morph into a feline ball of rage at the sight of a strange cat crossing the yard? Have you recently added another cat to your household, only to find that Fluffy hisses every time she sees Mittens? Kitties can be very jealous of one another! Here, a local Columbia, MD vet discusses jealousy in cats. Territorial Kitties As you may have noticed, our feline friends can be quite territorial. If two kitties … Read More
Does your canine pal have a few bad habits? Man’s Best Friend is cute, loving, loyal, and smart, but he isn’t perfect. In fact, Fido has a few habits that aren’t exactly popular with his human pals. In this article, an Ellicott City, MD vet discusses some common doggy petiquette issues, and offers tips on stopping them. Common Issues Barking is a common issue in many of our four-legged friends. Some of our canine buddies … Read More
February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month! If you haven’t had your pet fixed yet, we recommend getting this done right away. Read on as a Columbia, MD vet discusses getting Fluffy and Fido fixed. Promoting Good Animal Welfare One reason spaying and neutering is so widely recommended is that it promotes good animal welfare. We know, puppies and kittens are adorable, but there are just far too many homeless pets in shelters already. The best thing … Read More
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