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 [...]
At least one in three pets will go missing in their lifetime. Would your lost pet find their way home? No matter how well behaved your pet, or how infrequently they go outside, they can easily be lost during an auto accident, natural disaster, or home emergency. Microchipping is safe, affordable, permanent identification that allows [...]
When cats became indoor pets, we expected them to adapt to our lifestyle, and the confusion began. Much of it centers around the litter box. Cats are actually quite easy to understand, but all the options—covered or uncovered box, clumping or non-clumping litter, large or small box—can make choosing their litter box frustrating. Village Animal [...]
Few things are as special as a child’s bond with their pet. Living with and interacting with pets at an early age offers children a myriad of benefits, such as understanding responsibility, learning about illnesses, encouraging physical activity, and offering improved immune health. But, since more than 50% of dog bite injuries occur in children, [...]
Did you know that cats are less likely to make their recommended annual veterinary visits than dogs? In fact, the 2017-18 edition of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook states, “78.8 percent of dog owners said they brought their animals in for routine or preventive care at least once a [...]
Congratulations! Few things are as invigorating as bringing home a new bundle of furry joy. We know you’re ecstatic about your new lifelong companion, so we’ve compiled our top five ways to ensure your puppy starts off on the right paw. From training to essential gear, and everything in between, set your puppy up for [...]
Many people take advantage of the warm weather by spending time outdoors with their four-legged companions. From outdoor cookouts and dips in the pool to extra trips to the park, pet owners often enjoy the dog days of summer with their canine and feline pals. However, unlike humans, pets wear year-round fur coats, which can [...]
