Village Animal Hospital

12/18/2025

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.

12/18/2025

Noticed a lump or bump on your pet? Learn when a skin mass is harmless and when it requires immediate veterinary evaluation. Early assessment at Village Animal Hospital is key to managing your pet's health and comfort.

Skin Masses: When to Be Concerned About Your Pet’s Lumps and Bumps It often starts with a casual scratch behind your dog’s ear or a belly rub on your cat- then you feel it. A lump. Your heart sinks, your mind races, and you wonder: “Is this serious?” At Village Animal Hospital, we understand...

12/16/2025

🦟 Beware cat owners! Even though cats are atypical hosts for heartworms, they can still cause major health issues.

Within 75 to 90 days after a cat is bitten by an infected mosquito, heartworm larvae can reach the pulmonary arteries, resulting in heartworm-associated respiratory disease (HARD). Signs of HARD include coughing, increased respiratory effort, and vomiting that resemble feline asthma. In some cases, heartworms can mature to adulthood, which can be fatal for cats with smaller hearts.

Providing year-round heartworm prevention is an important part of your pet’s health care plan. If you would like to discuss the various preventives, contact our team at Village Animal Hospital by calling 316-689-0202, so we can determine what protocol would best fit you and your pet’s lifestyle.

12/11/2025

🚪🚶‍♂️ Be careful what you keep in your hallway and bathroom closets if you're a pet owner!

🐾 These closets often contain potentially toxic items, such as cleaning supplies, medicines, and rodenticides.

😿 Rodenticides are especially dangerous, as they can be alluring to not only small rodents but also dogs and cats. Keep these products out of reach to protect your furry friends!🙏

12/09/2025

Your pet might feel nervous during their veterinary exam as all the poking and prodding might make them feel like they're under attack. These techniques help the vet gain valuable information about your furry friend's health.

From checking their heart, lungs, abdomen, eyes, ears, and mouth, it's essential to keep up with these regular exams. To help your pet feel more comfortable with being examined, practice examinations at home and pair them with plenty of treats and encouragement.

12/04/2025

Fear and stress are common underlying causes of behavior problems in cats. Signs of fear in cats include ears laid back or flattened against the head, crouched body posture, tail tucked under the body, and legs tucked under the body.

Cats exhibiting an arched back, straight up tail, and bristled hair are called the "Halloween Cat" and are more likely to become aggressive if the source of their fear is not removed. It's best to avoid interacting with cats exhibiting these aggressive postures.

12/02/2025

🐾🐶🐱 Spaying your female pet has more benefits than just preventing certain health issues. It also eliminates their heat cycle, which can cause excessive bleeding and urination.

🚫 Spaying also helps decrease their urge to roam, which reduces the risk of them getting lost or hurt.

11/27/2025

Are you curious about periodontal disease in pets? It's a serious condition that can cause significant discomfort and health issues. Call us, today, to schedule a dental checkup for your pet! 316-689-0202

11/25/2025

🍴🐾 After your pet is spayed or neutered, you may need to make slight adjustments to their diet.

👉 But with the appropriate diet and exercise, spaying or neutering your pet will not affect their weight.

📞Call 316-689-0202 to talk to your veterinarian about your pet's diet and exercise needs.

11/20/2025

🐾 Is your furry friend vaccinated against canine hepatitis? This contagious viral infection is caused by an adenovirus and can cause signs like lethargy, fever, and cough.

💊 Vaccination is the best way to protect your pet.

Contact us at 316-689-0202 to consult with a Veterinarian and ensure your pet is protected against canine hepatitis.

11/20/2025

Is your senior dog just "slowing down" or is it a sign of a chronic condition? Learn to recognize subtle changes that signal conditions like arthritis, heart disease, or diabetes. Early detection is key to a longer, happier life. Read our guide on managing chronic disease in older dogs and discover how Village Animal Hospital's “Limitless Care” approach supports your pet's golden years.

Managing Chronic Disease in Older Dogs: A Pet Owner’s Guide Senior dogs bring a special kind of joy; the calm companionship and quiet loyalty that only come with age. But as pets grow older, their bodies change in ways that require more attention and care. Chronic conditions like arthritis, diabet...

11/18/2025

👉🍽️ Pet owners, here's a reminder: Not all human foods are safe for your furry friends!

🚫 Chocolate, xylitol, grapes, meat bones, garlic, onions, and yeast dough can all cause harm to your pets. Keep your furry pals safe and healthy by avoiding feeding them any human food, and stick to pet-safe treats instead!👌