Respect Your Cat Day is March 28th. Of course, if you could ask your feline overlord how you may best show her respect, she would probably request enormous temples, statues, filled fishponds, and catnip gardens. While kitties may have persuaded many ancient peoples to go to such lengths, you really don’t have to go overboard. In fact, the best way for you to show your feline friend respect is to understand her unique needs and … Read More
If you’ve spent any time around horses, you likely know that colic is one of the biggest concerns when it comes to caring for them. Colic is a painful gastrointestinal issue in horses, and can be fatal. Colic can be caused by many different things, so there is no way to completely ensure that your horse will never get it. However, there are ways to reduce the risks. A Helotes, TX veterinarian lists some of … Read More
Did you know that dental issues can lead to some very serious trouble in horses? Not only are toothaches very painful for equines, they can also cause problems with nutrition and digestion. This can cause or contribute to some dangerous medical issues, such as colic. Here, a Helotes, TX vet discusses keeping your horse’s teeth healthy. Regular Exams Dental checkups are just as important for horses as they are for people. Have your horse’s choppers … Read More
There’s a special kitty holiday coming up? May 30th is International Hug Your Cat Day! This has been a very hard year, and hugging cats has definitely helped a lot of people get through it. Here, a Helotes, TX vet offers some tips on how to properly cuddle cats. Timing Rule #1: never hug a cat that doesn’t want to be held. At best, your feline buddy will struggle to get down. At worst, she … Read More
Answer your Cat’s Questions Day is coming up January 22nd! Our feline friends are known for being curious. (They’re also known for being adorable, opinionated, and quirky, but that’s beside the point.) If your pet could voice her most pressing questions, what do you think that she would really want to know about? A Helotes, TX vet lists some ‘pawsibilities’ in this article. What’s In That? Cats are very curious, and love to stick their … Read More
Did you know that dogs can suffer from allergies? Allergies sometimes come on unexpectedly for our canine companions. Your pet can develop allergies at any point in his life, and to a wide variety of things. Read on as a Pipe Creek, TX vet discusses allergies in dogs. Common Allergens Like people, dogs are often allergic to leaves, dust, mold, plants, and/or grasses. Some are allergic to specific materials, such as carpet fibers, while others … Read More