August 22nd is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day 🐈 🩺 Have your kitty examined at least once annually, preferably biannually if they are 7 years of age or older. Cats are great at hiding signs of illness so regular screening is a great way to be proactive to ensure their health and longevity. We make it much easier to have your kitty evaluated since we eliminate the stress of having to travel to a veterinary hospital - we bring the clinic to you! 🚐 👨🏻⚕️➡️ #petsofnova #novadogs #novacats #novapets #fairfaxcountyva #fairfaxva #northernvirginia #mobilevet #homevet #oakton #mobileveterinaryservice #northernva #burke #Springfield #arlingtonva #alexandriava #Mclean #Vienna 🏠 For more information about feline veterinary care, check out AMC’s site: https://www.amcny.org/blog/2010/01/20/taking-better-care-of-our-cats/
Did you know that cats are obligate carnivores? This means they require a diet consisting primarily of meat to thrive! Their bodies are adapted for hunting prey. Comment your cat's favorite foods below! Not sure what is best for your cat? Contact us at (703) 451-9504 to set up a health plan purr-fectly tailored to their needs!
Did you know that cats have a highly developed sense of hearing? They can detect a wide range of sound frequencies. They can hear sounds that are both higher and lower in frequency than compared to humans! Crazy, right? Contact us for more information about how to care for your cat. Call us at (703) 451-9504.
We are grateful for our role in keeping your four-legged family members healthy and happy. We look forward to seeing you in the year to come!
Using adapted tests designed for human children, psychologists have learned that average dogs can count, reason, and recognize words and gestures on par with a human 2 -year-old!
We love your dogs as much as you do and want to keep them as healthy as possible! Contact us at (703) 451-9504 to schedule an appointment.
This is our reaction when we see food! What is yours?
Contact us for more information about how to care for your cat. Call us at (703) 451-9504.
Remember, any food that isn't a regular part of a pet's diet—especially fatty foods like ham, gravy, dark turkey meat, and turkey skin—can cause issues ranging from diarrhea to pancreatitis, and some human foods can even poison your pets. Side dishes like stuffing and mashed potatoes may contain garlic, onion, leeks, or chives that are toxic to dogs and cats. Desserts may include dangerous-to-pets ingredients like chocolate, raisins, currants, and Xylitol (a popular sugar substitute)—so reserve the sweet stuff for humans only. Plus, chewing and swallowing bones may cause a life-threatening obstruction that requires emergency surgery.
Taking care of your furry friends is our top priority! Bring your pets to our clinic for a check-up, call us at (703) 451-9504.
Puppy socialization is one of the essential ingredients for a happy, well-behaved, and confident dog. Missing out on socialization during puppyhood can contribute to behavior issues like leash reactivity and fear-based aggression. A week after your puppy has had their first round of vaccines, it's a good time to start doing puppy-safe socialization activities. You should never bring your puppy to a dog park or other area where groups of dogs frequently gather until your pup has received all of their vaccinations in their initial puppy series (around 17 weeks old). Is it time to get your pet vaccinated? Schedule a vaccination appointment with us today at (703) 451-9504.
The cat righting reflex is how cats’ bodies naturally right themselves during a fall. Since cats have no collarbones and extremely flexible spines, they use their superior vestibular (inner ear/balance) systems to figure out which way is up. Once the head is oriented in the right direction, the rest of the body twists to follow suit.
For all your cat's health needs, schedule an appointment with us at (703) 451-9504.
Ever notice your kitty scratching around on the carpet or other furniture? There are actually a few reasons as to why cats scratch the objects they do! They do this to sharpen their claws, exercise, mark their territory, or simply get your attention. The next time you wonder why your kitty is scratching everything but their scratcher, refer back to these few facts!
With the increase of animal-friendly supplements and medications available on the market, it's ever so vital to ensure the ingredients of these products. Contact us with any questions regarding your pet's wellbeing.
Cat behavior may seem totally random to us, but there is a method to the madness. For example, cats release low meows when they are irritated or ready to defend themselves. If your cat kneads you, it means they feel comfortable around you. Contrarily, when a cat twitches his ears, it means he is agitated or feeling anxious. Contact us if you notice any unfamiliar behavior from your furry companion!
Pets provide us with an influx of positive energy that is truly indescribable. Specifically, there are four important ways that pets provide positive energy that all pet owners should be thankful for. Make sure to reciprocate their love by keeping them happy and healthy!
To all our dog dads, we’d like to raise a paw and wish you a happy Father’s Day!
When National Hug Your Cat Day rolls around each year on June 4th, the purr-fect opportunity presents itself for some snuggle time. Give your kitties some love for us today!
We are big animal people – that is why we are excited about National Pet Month! Celebrate your fur babies all of May and share with us in the comments how you’re treating them special.
Dr. Villar's cat, Charlie, is so awesome! He can bring Dr. Villar's slippers downstairs, only one slipper at a time though!
