Poisoning is a big concern for our animal companions. Here in the US, there are about 232,000 cases of pet poisoning each year. Don’t let your furry friend join those statistics! Read on as a local Roanoke, VA vet discusses poison. Common Poisons It’s important to know what dangers are lurking in your household. Any kind of chemical is a concern. With lawn/garden products, for instance, your pet could ingest toxins just by walking through … Read More
February is Pet Dental Health Month! This is a very important topic for those of you with dogs. Dental problems are quite common in our canine pals. Fido can develop many issues, including gum disease, abscesses, and cracked or broken teeth. These issues can become very painful, and can really impact your pup’s quality of life. Many can also lead to dangerous infections. Keeping your furry buddy’s teeth healthy is very important! Of course, you’ll … Read More
Happy New Year! The start of a new year is a great time for revisiting personal goals and priorities. It’s also a great chance to take a look at your dog’s veterinary care routine. Keeping that cute tail going is a great resolution! A Roanoke, VA vet lists some ways to keep Fido happy and healthy in 2022 below. Good Food Most dogs aren’t very picky eaters. Fido is known for eating pretty much anything … Read More
November is Adopt A Senior Dog Month! If you are considering giving an older dog a wonderful forever home, you definitely have our support! Of course, you’ll need to make a trip to the pet store before bringing Fido home. Keep your canine pal’s age in mind as you go shopping. Pups in their golden years have different needs than puppies do. A Roanoke, VA vet offers some tips on this below. Beds One of … Read More
Today is National Pug Day? These adorable little dogs are truly great pets. Pugs are super cute, and they also tend to be very affectionate and obedient. Fido definitely deserves some extra TLC on his special day! A Roanoke, VA vet lists some ways to pamper your pug in this article. Proper Activity Pugs need exercise to stay healthy, just like any other pup. Take care not to overexert your pooch, though. Pugs are brachycephalic, … Read More
Today, October 1st, is Black Dog Day! Did you know that black dogs have a harder time getting adopted than other pups? Just like black cats, they often suffer from bad PR. This is due to old misconceptions and superstitions associating them with witches and witchcraft. However, they are just as sweet and lovable as any other pooch! If you’re ready to get a new dog, please consider a black one. A Roanoke, VA vet … Read More
Today, August 15th, is Check The Chip Day! This is a pretty important topic. If your pet hasn’t been microchipped yet, we strongly urge that you get this done ASAP. A Roanoke, VA vet discusses microchips—and how to check them—below. Basics Microchips are very tiny devices that use radio waves to transmit information. Chips do not contain your contact information: instead, each chip has a unique ID number, which can be read with special scanners. … Read More
No Pet Store Puppies Day is July 21st. People are becoming more aware of and opposed to the practice of selling animals that have been bred and kept in poor conditions. One issue that has come to light lately is the puppy mill. These are essentially breeding facilities for dogs, many of which are kept in cruel and inhumane conditions. It’s not uncommon for pet stores to buy puppies from puppy mills. This, sadly, puts … Read More
July is Doghouse Repair Month. If your pooch has a home of his own to hang out in, this is a great time to give it a good going-over. No doubt, Fido will be happy to ‘help’ with this task! A local Roanoke, VA vet offers some helpful ‘pointers’ on this below. Safety Inspection Take a good look at Fido’s house. Make sure there is nothing sharp sticking out that could hurt your pet, such … Read More
Does your dog get excited over the prospect of a yummy treat? If not, you may want to make him an appointment, as that is definitely unusual. Just like people, many pups enjoy cold snacks on sweltering days. Read on as a local Roanoke, VA vet lists a few ‘pawesome’ cold treats for dogs. Cold Food Combine some of Fido’s canned food with water and freeze that. Or, make it a slushie by combining it … Read More