Animology

19/05/2022

Allergies are one of the top reasons why pets end up at the vet. Protecting their skin could be the first line of defense.

10/05/2022

Shopping online for medication can expose consumers and their animals to knockoffs that either do not work or could be dangerous.

15/04/2022

Bandera 16-17 clinic CANCELLED! We apologize for any inconvenience. Have a safe and Happy Holiday 🐣💐

14/04/2022

A lot of preparation and education is needed before housing a rabbit, duck, or chick, according to Utah State University's Veterinary school.

05/04/2022

Will This Cat Become Diabetic? Improving the Odds Requires a Proactive Approach | VETgirl Veterinary Continuing Education Blog

In this VETgirl blog, Dr. Chen Gilor reviews diabetes mellitus in cats. Can we improve the odds of cats avoiding diabetes? By identifying at-risk patients early, we can counsel owners about dietary changes & weight loss that may help their cats avoid or delay the need for insulin administration.

05/04/2022

Puppy Energy Levels by Age

Puppy behavior and their energy levels change with time. Here are the stages.

31/03/2022

When it comes to maintaining your furry friend's litter box, always follow the science.

31/03/2022

COLUMN: With spring just around the corner, so are those pesky allergies! There are several common causes of allergic skin disease and while we can never fully cure allergies, there

30/03/2022

MONDAY, March 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Chasing light shimmers reflected onto a wall. Obsessive licking or chewing. Compulsive barking and whining. Pacing or tail chasing.Nearly one in three pet dogs suffer from these ADHD-like repetitive behaviors — and researchers now suspect that an animal's...

23/03/2022

From removing stray hairs to repairing chewed shoes, much can be done to fix pet-related wardrobe problems; but prevention is often better than cure

23/03/2022

More than 70% of dog owners are feeling the sting of inflation when spending on food and supplies. But many are still willing to splurge, a report shows.

23/03/2022

Typical nail trim

15/03/2022

Veterinarians are frequently asked by clients what choices they would make for their own animals, but a veterinarian can only guess at the answer unless they have been in the same situation, writes veterinarian Michael Watts. What is right for one owner may be different for another, and a veterinari...

15/03/2022

Obesity increases risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, kidney dysfunction, respiratory disorder and arthritis in pets, says Oklahoma State University Extension veterinarian Rosslyn Biggs. Pet owners may not realize their pet is overweight and should consult with a veterinarian to develop a meal...

08/03/2022

Some pet owners who have spent more time at home during the pandemic may have been overly generous with treats and table scraps, as veterinarians say the percentage of overweight and obese pets has risen. It's tougher for pets to lose excess weight than to gain it, and preventing obesity prevents an...

25/02/2022

When you choose a pet, you accept responsibility for the health and welfare of another living thing. You're making a promise to care for your pet for his or her entire life. You also become responsible for your pet's impact on your family, friends and community. Your pet-owning experience will be mo...

10/02/2022

Heart disease affects about 10% of pet dogs and cats and is a leading cause of death, but heart disease can be prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, using good flea, tick and heartworm preventives, and taking pets to a veterinarian for routine checkups to detect problems like heart murmurs, say...

07/02/2022

Spreading the word and education on the veterinary industry.

Dealing with animals is the easy part, it’s clients taking out their stress and fear on me and my co-workers that make it so hard for us to do our job

07/02/2022

Animology is now serving our clients via Telemedicine

26/01/2022

Routine wellness care is the trick to keeping your pets health!

Every pet should receive a veterinary exam at least once a year to check for early signs of health problems, get vaccine boosters, and get prescriptions for flea, tick and heartworm preventives, says veterinarian Jennifer Jones Shults, immediate past-president of the North Carolina Veterinary Medica...

25/01/2022

23/01/2022

Funny of the day😂

18/01/2022

While you might think it's because of the surge in pandemic pet adoptions, reports say that is not the case.

18/01/2022

It’s going to be very cold later this week 🥶. Here are some tips!

Pet owners are being urged to follow the AVMA's recommendations for keeping animals warm as cold weather grips the US. Move pets' bedding to warm spots in the home, invest in sweaters and booties for pets that spend a substantial amount of time outdoors, wipe paws well to remove salt and deicers, ma...

14/01/2022

Demand for veterinary care throughout the US has risen steadily since 2020 while clinics have implemented COVID-19 prevention procedures that complicate workflows, and some are having staffing challenges. Wisconsin veterinarian Danielle Myzk says clients should schedule routine care such as vaccinat...

14/01/2022

Some people who adopted a dog during the pandemic may not have been fully prepared for the cost or for how to handle returning to work and social activities outside the home. Dog day care, walking and training businesses report waiting lists, and first-time dog owners say they're re-adjusting their....

14/01/2022

Vomiting, bleeding, sneezing and seizures are obvious signs a cat may be ill and in need of veterinary care, says veterinarian Jen Stachnik. Less obvious signs of serious illness include unexplained weight loss, excessive thirst, reclusiveness, a lack of grooming, discolored gums and a fast respirat...

10/01/2022

The animal services and sheriff's departments in Union County, N.C., say only 64 of the 841 strays at the county animal shelter were microchipped, and contact information was outdated or nonexistent for a third of those with microchips. Accurate contact information on a microchip can be the differen...