Summer is here, and along with rising temperatures come blooming flowers, buzzing pests, and, for many pet owners, itching pets. Although warmer temperatures are often associated with allergies, many pets also suffer year-round allergy problems. Pet owners with allergy prone pets know the frustration of listening to their four-legged companion thumping their legs, and licking [...]
While every scrape or sniffle may obviously not require an emergency veterinary appointment for your pet, not all issues require urgent care. However, telling the difference when you’re worried about your beloved pet can be tough, so our Twin Maples Veterinary Hospital team shares 10 emergency situations that may befall your furry friend. #1: Your pet has sustained [...]
You know your four-legged friend needs daily exercise as much as you do, but getting out of an exercise rut and venturing into an invigorating new activity is tough. Spice up your exercise routine that includes your pet, giving one of the following ideas a shot. Remember though, a specific activity may not be a [...]
With warmer weather approaching, you’ll want to spend more time enjoying the sunshine outdoors with your furry pal—as will a multitude of parasites. Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes also savor warm temperatures and become more active looking for their next meal, which could easily be your pet. Without proper protection, your pet could develop heartworm disease, [...]
Cats do all sorts of weird things, leaving their owners completely confused about their antics. Most of the time, your cat is simply being a cat, but they can occasionally be displaying signs of an underlying problem, such as inappropriate elimination or excessive hunger, that requires treatment. To help you determine if your cat is [...]
Dogs are weird creatures, although they’re not quite as strange as cats—sorry, cat lovers, but you know it’s true! Whether your dog is racing across the carpet on their butt, rolling in a questionable substance, or pretending they’re a cow as they graze on grass, sometimes you don’t understand your furry pal. But, they have [...]
Few things are more exciting than welcoming a new puppy into your family. From puppy breath and furry cuddles to fun games of fetch, a new pet guarantees joy and a special companionship. However, puppies, like human children, require a lot of attention, teaching, and care to help ensure they thrive well into their grey [...]
Warm coat? Check. Scarf? Check. Fuzzy hat? Check. Cozy gloves? Check. You may be ready to venture outside in the cold weather, but what about your pet? Winter can pose a variety of dangers for pets, so keep your furry friends safe and warm this winter with these six tips from our Twin Maples Veterinary Hospital team. [...]
Pets typically have a penchant for trouble, no matter the season or time of year. However, as holiday preparations ramp up, and your home becomes overloaded with glitzy decorations, exuberant loved ones, and delicious food, your furry pal has many more opportunities for getting into mischief that can earn them a trip to the emergency [...]
You have purchased several bags of Halloween candy, the kids’ costumes are ready, a Jack-o-lantern is grinning on the porch, and your lawn has been transformed into a spooky graveyard. You may think you have checked everything off your Halloween to-do list, but did you remember to include your furry friends in the preparations? Halloween [...]