Has your dog or cat been scratching a lot recently? Does your furry buddy beg you to scratch them and then act as if they are in a state of bliss when you do? Itching can cause pretty severe discomfort in both people and animals. While the occasional itch is normal for Fido and Fluffy, persistent itching is a different story, as it often indicates that something is wrong. Of course, before you can address … Read More
It’s Walk Your Dog Month! Of course, for many of you, every month is Walk Your Dog Month. Our canine buddies do need to be walked daily, not just for sanitary reasons, but for exercise and mental stimulation. Read on as a local Pipe Creek, TX vet discusses taking Fido for a stroll. Should I Still Walk My Dog If I Have A Yard? Absolutely! You may not need to walk Fido as much as … Read More
Did you know that October 9th is Cattober? If you hadn’t heard of Cattober, well, it’s a pretty big deal for our feline friends. This special day has been chosen as the somewhat-official birthday for any kitty whose exact DOB isn’t known. While you don’t need a special occasion to spoil your cat, this definitely is a purrfect one. A Helotes, TX vet lists some ways to pamper your cat in this article. Cat Tower … Read More
Do you have an energetic, playful pup? There are few things more adorable than dogs happily bouncing or racing around. Of course, every pooch is different. You’ll need to tailor your pet’s workout regimen to suit him. A Helotes, TX veterinarian offers some advice on this below. Exercise Make sure your canine buddy is getting enough exercise and stimulation. Exactly how much activity your dog needs will depend on his breed, age, and size. Large … Read More
The holidays are officially here! At this time of year, many of our feline patients ramp their frisky settings up to 11. This can be a dangerous season for a little furball! You’ll need to take a few precautions to keep Fluffy safe. A Helotes, TX vet lists some hazards for cats in this article. Trees To be fair, Fluffy may be just as hazardous to the tree as it is to her! Your feline … Read More
August 10th is an important, but uneventful day for our furry pals: it’s National Lazy Day! Many of our patients would be more than happy to celebrate this one … as long as they didn’t have to do very much! In this article, a Helotes, TX vet lists some things you and your furry friend can do to honor this (somewhat) special occasion. Special Treat You just can’t have a proper lazy day without some … Read More
April is Heartworm Awareness Month. We know, heartworms aren’t a very pleasant topic. However, they are extremely dangerous to our furry friends, and can even be deadly. A local Helotes, TX vet discusses heartworms in this article. Basics Heartworms are definitely aptly named. These worms are transmitted in as larvae, but rapidly grow to their adult size, which can be up to 12 inches. At this point, they take up residence in dogs’ hearts, lungs, … Read More
Does your dog sometimes act up when he’s left alone? Perhaps he chews things, or goes through the trash. This type of behavior is definitely bad petiquette, but it is often rooted in something far more complex than poor manners. In fact, this is often a sign of separation anxiety. A Helotes, TX vet discusses canine separation anxiety below. Signs of Separation Anxiety The signs of separation anxiety vary from pup to pup. Some dogs … Read More