Reading pet food labels can be a maze of confusing terminology and obscure ingredients, leaving you wondering how to interpret them. Learning about these labels is crucial for ensuring your furry friend gets the nutrition they need. Our Mobile Cat & Dog Vet team breaks down pet food labels’ essential components, empowering you to make [...]
Sense of Presence It is not easy to stop and be present. Our sense of presence is the most powerful gift we can offer, and in turn, we can draw out that quality in others. There is a tremendous value in simply being able to sit still and be with another. Being present has [...]
You likely focus on your four-legged friends’ exercise, activities, grooming, and diet, but you also need to consider their dental health. Pets face many of the same oral problems as people, and dental neglect can lead to periodontal disease, a painful condition. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, a great time to look at [...]
Your pet’s health and safety mean everything to you, and while you may wish you could accident-proof your pet entirely, you can’t protect them from every potential danger. However, you can prevent many potential disasters by using foresight and preparation. Our Mobile Cat & Dog Vet team describes common pet emergencies and how you can [...]
Caring for senior pets is a balancing act, because we want to spoil them, but we don’t want to harm them or worsen existing medical conditions. The holidays are a prime time for this dilemma, because pet owners want to share delicious table scraps and treats so their pets can experience seasonal smells and flavors. [...]
As your pet ages, you may notice physical changes like their greying muzzle and slower gait, but their body is aging inside, too. Senior pets often experience cognitive decline, reduced vision and hearing, a slowed metabolism, decreased mobility, and increased health risks. Many of these changes are inevitable, but proper management can help ensure your [...]
Pet obesity is a serious problem, affecting more than 50% of U.S. pets. If your pet is overweight, their health is at risk. Our Mobile Cat & Dog Vet team sees many overweight pets every day, and we provide answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about pet obesity and weight management. Question: Why do pets [...]
A healthy pet’s body regulates their appetite, thirst, energy production, and fluid balance. When something is off, such as an internal organ malfunction or a hormone imbalance, your four-legged friend’s eating and drinking habits may change. Senior pets’ hunger and thirst commonly increase or decrease, and these changes are red flags that an underlying medical [...]
Hip dysplasia—two words no dog owner wants to hear. Unfortunately, hip dysplasia is commonly associated with large- and giant-breed dogs. Therefore, we offer facts about this painful condition so you can brush up on your hip dysplasia knowledge and help your canine companion make the most of a less-than-ideal situation. #1: Hip dysplasia in dogs [...]
Pets provide an excellent learning opportunity for children and can serve as companions, friends, and confidants. They teach children important life lessons, including responsibility, respect for living things, relationship development, love, and loss. However, pets can also harm children if they are not properly acclimated to one another. Preparing and training your pets, educating your [...]
