Sep 15, 2016 | By Species, By Topic, Exotic, Infectious Diseases
Salmonella is a bacteria that can make humans very sick. You might heard about salmonella through FDA (Food & Drug Administration) warnings. For example, we can contract the salmonella bacteria from handling raw or undercooked chicken, but did you know that...
Aug 1, 2016 | By Species, By Topic, Care & Wellness, Cats, Dogs, Exotic, Infectious Diseases
Taking your pets on vacation can be a ton of fun, but it also possible that your beloved pet could be exposed to diseases that aren’t prevalent in your hometown. A trip to Texas could expose your pets to ticks that carry Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, which is a...
Jul 15, 2016 | By Species, Care & Wellness, Dogs, Infectious Diseases
Influenza can be just as devastating for dogs as it is for people. Also, it is difficult to predict how a pet will react to a flu virus. Some dogs may have serious health issues, while others experience only minor symptoms from canine flu. Once a pet contracts the flu...
Jul 15, 2016 | Avian, By Species, By Topic, Cancer, Care & Wellness, Cats, Dental, Diagnosis, Dogs, Emergency Situations, Exotic, Infectious Diseases, Medications, Nutrition, Parasites
As the summer approaches, many young people are preparing to embark on a new scholastic journey. High school graduates are considering colleges and career paths, college graduates are deciding between entering into the job market and pursuing a post-graduate degree....
Jul 1, 2016 | By Species, By Topic, Care & Wellness, Dogs, Emergency Situations, Infectious Diseases, Parasites
It’s finally summer! Both pets and owners alike are anxious to get outdoors and enjoy the sun. Unfortunately, warm weather wakes up plenty of hazards. Ticks are out in full force, mosquitos are abuzz, and larger wildlife roams in search of food. A single run, swim,...
Apr 15, 2016 | By Species, By Topic, Dogs, Infectious Diseases, Parasites
Dogs are virtual magnets for ticks as they walk/run through the grass and fields. But, you can protect your pet from getting Lyme disease using these two easy fixes. The first, and most obvious, way is to decrease the incidence of ticks on your pet in the first place....
