Routine wellness exams help detect emerging health problems in apparently healthy pets, allowing intervention before the condition progresses to advanced stages. Studies have demonstrated the importance of these screenings for a pet’s wellbeing, yet many pets see a veterinarian only when they are sick or injured. Our team at Village Animal Hospital wants to explain [...]
Pet ear infections are one of the most common problems that veterinarians diagnose and treat. If your pet repeatedly gets ear infections, you naturally feel frustrated. Recurring ear infections are ear-itating–in more ways than one. The first week of May is National Pet Week, and Village Animal Hospital is celebrating the human-animal bond by shedding [...]
Urinary problems are one of the most common issues that affect cats, and cause their owners endless amounts of frustration. But, with a proper diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care, your feline friend won’t have to suffer from uncomfortable urination. Read on to learn more about feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD), and for tips from [...]
Many pet owners delay necessary veterinary care because they are so concerned about their pets undergoing anesthesia. And, although anesthesia always carries some risk, denying your dog or cat the services they need can result in unnecessary pain and suffering, and reduce their quality of life. At Village Animal Hospital, we understand your concerns about [...]
Does your cat gaze wistfully out the window? Does your cat attempt a “jail-break” every time you open the door, and then claw madly at the window, as if rattling their cell bars? Don’t they know how good they’ve got it living an indoor-only life? You're providing the safest, healthiest care, and meeting their every [...]
You’ve received a copy of your pet’s latest blood work results, but all those acronyms and graphs might as well be hieroglyphics. You recognize the name at the top, but that’s about it. Is that red number concerning? What about the blue one? Is a flat line OK, or is that a bad sign? You’re [...]
Arthritis is common in dogs and cats, and can significantly impact your pet’s life. Unfortunately, the disease often goes undiagnosed and untreated, because owners don’t realize their pet is affected. Our team at Village Animal Hospital wants to help by providing information about this debilitating condition. Arthritis causes in pets Osteoarthritis occurs when the normal [...]
When a person ages or develops an incurable condition, family members and caretakers often turn to palliative or hospice care to keep their loved one comfortable and stress-free. These options have not always been available for pets, but thanks to advancements in veterinary medicine, palliative and hospice care are now viable choices for pet owners [...]
November is the best time to talk about pancreatitis in pets. With the holiday season—and cold weather—upon us, comfort food graces tables across the country. Mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, turkey, ham—all these foods make your mouth water, and your pet drool. These delicious foods likely mean that your furry pal stares beseechingly into your eyes [...]
You’re always looking for ways to support your pet’s well-being—you buy quality food, luxurious beds, the best supplements, and the occasional adorable—yet completely unnecessary—accessory. However, well-meaning pet owners often overlook an essential health component. In addition to basic needs like food, water, and shelter, your pet needs mental stimulation, physical exercise, and time to engage [...]
