After a long, cold winter, your whole family, including your pet, is itching to get outside and banish cabin fever. But, take precautions when spending time outdoors, since fleas and ticks are also emerging from their winter hibernation. These two parasites love to take a meal from you and your pet, and can transmit a [...]
Has your canine companion slowed down? Does your feline friend wince when you approach? Pain is an unfortunate reality of many age-related conditions, but that doesn’t mean your pet has to live in discomfort. Many pain medications provide only temporary relief. By adding alternative pain management techniques to our arsenal, our veterinary team can do [...]
A veterinary dental cleaning is similar to the experience you have when you visit the dentist. Your pet’s teeth will be thoroughly examined, X-rayed, cleaned, and polished. One of the biggest differences, however, is the need for anesthesia during your pet’s dental procedure. Although you may have heard of anesthesia-free dental cleanings, there is no [...]
Through a 14-year “Life Span” study performed by Purina, it was discovered that maintaining Labradors at their ideal weights increased their life spans by an average of 15 percent—nearly two years. Simply by feeding these dogs 25 percent fewer calories than their littermates, they enjoyed two more years of happy, healthy memories with their families. [...]
The season of snow days and frigid temperatures has arrived. Keep your furry companion warm and safe during a frosty forecast with these winter weather tips. Offer a “winter” bedding option. During the winter, you might crank up the thermostat or switch to your flannel sheets or winter pajamas, and your pet may benefit from [...]
The repeatedly ringing doorbell, scary costumes, and endless lines of treat-seeking kids may sound like Halloween fun to you, but this holiday can be downright terrifying for your pet. When animals are frightened, their fight-or-flight response takes over, prompting them to hide under the bed or flee through an open door. As many as one [...]
Through the years, pets give us their best: their love, devotion, and obedience. When they reach their golden years, it becomes time for us to give them our best. Senior pets need a little extra attention, particularly when it comes to health care. By teaming up with your veterinarian, you can make your pet’s final [...]
Approximately 10 percent of American households own an exotic pet, such as a rodent, rabbit, guinea pig, ferret, bird, reptile, or amphibian. And, like dogs and cats, exotic pets can be beloved companions to their owners. They also require regular veterinary care. Similar to a new puppy exam, your exotic pet’s first veterinary visit should [...]
The heat is on this summer, and there are many dangers for your pet during this sizzling season. Summertime means cookouts, fireworks, celebrations, and swimming. And, while those things sound fun, our pets need us to keep them safe from some of the dangers associated with the heat and fun events of summer. Here are [...]
Fleas and ticks are two common parasites that enjoy the company of our pets. There are many misconceptions surrounding the life cycle, habitat, and feeding habits of these pests, so Loving Family Animal Hospital is here to set the story straight. All about fleas 95 percent of the flea population is hidden in your environment. [...]