Sometimes I think we do it on purpose. Really. Wait, I started in the middle of the discussion. Let’s try it again. We get questions a lot about vaccines. How necessary they are, how often they need to be given. There are some very vocal folks who are adamantly anti-vaccine. I’m not going to directly [...]
Winter has finally arrived in Ohio, and with it the freezing temperatures, snow, and slick ground. Do you know about the problems the extreme cold can cause for your pet? Frostbite Frostbite is the damage that is caused to the skin (and other tissues) in extremely cold temperatures. The body’s natural response to colder temperatures [...]
You bring your pet in to Twin Maples for an exam, vaccines, maybe a blood test or fecal test, and to get the basic preventative medications to take home. And after that exam, your veterinarian likely will have a few things to say about your pet’s overall health. We do our best not to overwhelm [...]
If you thought the puppy and kitten vaccine series was confusing, hold onto your hat! Here’s where the confusion really starts. Let’s talk cats, because in some ways they’re a bit easier. Kittens finish their vaccine series at about 4-6 months of age. Got it. Inside only kitties basically need two vaccines- FVRCVP (we call [...]
Thinking of adding a new pet to the household? Great! Or is it? Adding a new pet can be an experience- in every sense of the word. We might be falling for a little fuzzy face on the spur of the moment, but a little preparation can go a long way. There will be different [...]
Twin Maples Veterinary Hospital was awarded the honor of becoming a CAT Friendly Practice (CFP) by the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Woo Hoo!! Big deal- RIGHT? Well, it really is a big deal for our feline friends and their owners and here is why. Cats have now surpassed dogs as the most popular companion [...]
If you have ever acquired a dog or cat from the shelter, you know that they come to you already spayed or neutered. Have you thought about why that is? When you bring a new puppy or kitten unaltered to your veterinarian, at the first visit he or she will discuss with you the benefits [...]
When you take your dog or cat to see your veterinarian, do you always know why they are asking for permission to run certain tests on your pet? For instance, when the receptionist calls to confirm your appointment, and requests that you bring in a fresh stool sample, do you know why it is so [...]
Bringing your new puppy or kitten to the vet. Yay! A new household member, so exciting! So, now that you have made the decision to add this little one to your family, you might be thinking about the first visit to the veterinarian. Great! Here are some things to consider: Come in sooner rather [...]
You take your dog to the veterinarian for its annual exam, and sit through their spiel on routine wellness plans and recommendations. Some vets may spend a lot of time on the subject of heartworm disease, going into much detail on what the disease is and how to prevent it, and some may speed through [...]