The rewards of having a pet and endless. Every person will define it differently, but the feelings are generally the same... They love their pets and want what is best for them.
Pet Care is not a simple one size fits all. All information you receive you should use as a resource. Then assess the information and apply what works for best for your pet and you.
Choose your resources of information wisely. Verify that they have the credintials to be advising you on pet care. For example, many people listen fervently to their breeders. In many cases, the breeder is not licensed in any way within the veterinary field. The scope of their knowledge is trial and error. This has led to false and misleading information to these new pet owners.
Remember good pet care will lead to a long happy & healthy life for your pet.
Yes, pets have allergies too.
Dogs generally show symptoms of allergies through skin, ear, and digestive disorders.
Cats generally show symptoms of allergies through skin, lungs, and digestive disorders.
Osteoarthritis tends to be age and size related, however even cats will develop arthritis.
Check the list of common questions and see if we have answered. If not, please email us your specific question.
Home Dental is one of the top 6 things you can do at home to ensure a long healthy life with your pet.
Many diseases and conditions may present with the same symptoms. It is very important to the veterinarian and based on a thorough exam and proper diagnostic testing a proper diagnosis can be made.
According to the Veterinary Pet Insurance 2008 claims results, the number 1 "sick" dog visit to the veterinarian is because of ear infections.
Fleas are more than just an annoiance. They cause serious illness and disease.
Vaccines are still needed. Although, as your pet is vaccinated, we will decrease the frequency over time. This is always based on your pets age and environment.
Find articles and checklists on how to care for your new kitten.
New pets have needs and it is up to you now.
This is growing within our pet population just about as fast as it has in people.
The Gulf Coast and specifically our Houston area, is one of the mose endemic areas for parasites (already found in large percentage of population) . This includes external parasites such as fleas, ticks, mosquitos or internal parasites such as heartworms, hookworms, & roundworms.
Many of the intestinal parasites are zoonotic (can be transmitted from pets to people).
Puppies are exciting and offer lots of undivided love to you. Be prepared for what your puppy will also bring you...Veterinary costs, food costs, pet supplie costs, and behavior training costs.
Pets should have check ups twice a year or every 6 months because their bodies age at such a faster rate than people.
