Midtown Veterinary Hosptl

12/09/2025

🦷 Dental disease can affect your pet's quality of life too. By three years old, most cats and dogs already have some form of dental disease.

🤢 Watch out for early signs like bad breath, tartar buildup, and swollen gums. Early detection is important to prevent chronic pain and inflammation.

💙 Show your pet some love by scheduling their preventive care exam with regular dental evaluations at least once a year.

12/04/2025

🦟 Did you know that Lyme disease can affect humans, horses, and dogs? Although the disease has never been confirmed in cats outside a laboratory setting, cats should still be considered at-risk as a preventive measure.

Ticks are mobile parasites and can hitch a ride on clothing, bags, or shoes, so all pets—including indoor-only cats—are considered at risk for Lyme disease and should receive year-round parasite prevention. Protect your furry friend from this debilitating condition by contacting us at (585) 546-1550.

Stay informed, stay safe, and keep your pet healthy! 🐾

12/02/2025

Have you noticed your pet feeling nervous during their veterinary exams? This is common as all the poking and prodding might make them feel uneasy. However, it's essential to keep up with these regular exams to ensure your pet's health and well-being. To help them feel more comfortable, try practicing examinations at home and pair them with plenty of treats and praise. This will help your furry friend learn to trust the process and make future vet visits less stressful for them.

11/27/2025

Dogs can’t talk, but they have many ways of communicating their emotions to us.

🐶 If your furry friend is displaying signs of fear, anxiety, or stress, it’s important to understand their behavior. Besides obvious signs like shaking or hiding, dogs may also use self-soothing motions like yawning or scratching to alleviate nervous energy.

They may even exhibit displacement behaviors like sniffing or running in circles. If your dog avoids eye contact, has wide eyes, or has a frantically wagging tail, they may be feeling anxious or fearful. Stay tuned for more tips on how to help your furry friend feel more comfortable.

11/27/2025

This holiday season, we give thanks for our wonderful clients and beloved furry companions. Wishing you all a safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 🍂

11/25/2025

Encouraging your dog to bark on command might seem counterproductive, but it can be a useful tool in training them to be quiet.

Speak up — First, find a stimulus that naturally makes your dog bark. It could be a knock on the door, a doorbell sound, or someone saying “Speak.” When your dog barks, reward them with praise and a treat.

Shut it down — Next, say “Quiet” or another cue you choose, and offer a treat when your dog stops barking. Gradually increase the amount of time between barks before you give the “Quiet” cue.

Combine the cues — Finally, practice the “Speak” and “Quiet” cues together until your dog can bark and then stop on command. This will give you more control over your dog’s barking and help them understand when it’s appropriate to bark and when they should be quiet.

11/20/2025

👩‍⚕️🚺 Spaying your female pet before her first heat cycle offers numerous health benefits, including reducing her risk of mammary cancer.

🚫 Having a litter can cause significant health issues for your pet, with no benefits to her whatsoever.

💓 Give your furry friend the gift of a long and healthy life by spaying her today.

11/20/2025

Is your dog slowing down? Aging is natural, but health challenges like arthritis and heart disease are common in senior dogs. Early detection through twice yearly exams and tailored preventive care is key to extending their active, comfortable years. Learn how to partner with Midtown Veterinary Hospital to keep your golden years companion thriving.

Caring for Senior Dogs: Managing the Health Challenges of Aging Aging brings wisdom, and a few health concerns. Senior dogs often face arthritis, heart disease, or cognitive decline, but these conditions can be managed with attentive care. Adjusting exercise routines, diet, and medications helps mai...

11/18/2025

👉 Are you concerned about the rising threat of tick-borne Lyme disease? Lyme disease is a year-round concern.

But don't worry, we are here to help! Contact us at (585) 546-1550 to learn how to protect your furry friend and yourself from this debilitating condition. Stay informed, stay safe, and keep your pet healthy! 🐾

11/13/2025

🌼🐜 Pets and gardens go together like bees and honey, but watch out for potential toxins from wildlife!

👀 Insects, amphibians, and wild reptiles can have natural toxins that are harmful to pets.

🕷️ Bees and wasps are common garden visitors that can cause pain and even an allergic reaction in some pets. If your pet’s face starts to swell after a bee sting, take them to the vet for prompt treatment.

💉 Keep your pets safe while enjoying nature by being vigilant and informed.🌳

11/11/2025

Honoring our veterans and their brave K9 partners today and every day.

11/11/2025

🦟 Lyme disease prevention starts with tick prevention. The best way to keep your furry friend safe is to use tick preventives year-round, including the winter months.

Most veterinarian-prescribed preventives kill ticks only a few hours after the initial bite, preventing disease transmission, which requires 24 to 48 hours of attachment.

Contact us at (585) 546-1550 to learn about tick prevention measures that will work best for your pet. Don't wait until it's too late! 🐾