Animal Emergency Hospital Veterinary Blog

4 End-of-Life Care Options For Your Pet No pet owner wants to think about life without their pet, however, eventually, a decision must be made about what to do for your pet’s end-of-life care. In some cases, such as with chronic health problems or terminal conditions,...

How to Get Your New Cat to Not Feel Stressed at Home June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! Welcoming a new cat into your home and family is an excellent idea any time of year; however, naturally, your new feline friend may be unsure and anxious in their new surroundings....

Does Your Dog Have Canine Anxiety?   Anxiety in dogs is more common than you might think. Signals that indicate your pup could be anxious can be difficult to detect, but once you know what to look for, you may find them to be pretty obvious. In honor of Dog...

Skin Allergies and Your Pet   As spring brings warmer weather and new growth, it also brings something more threatening—pollen. This yellow substance triggers irritating allergies in people and pets alike and can cause a wide variety of signs in suffering pets....

How to Prevent Hairballs    Did you know there is a day dedicated to hairballs? As a cat owner, you likely don’t need a special day to draw attention to your cat’s hairballs, but April 29 is National Hairball Awareness Day. Let’s take a closer look at why...

It Pays to Be Prepared: How to Pack a Pet First Aid Kit   Your furry pal is surrounded by hazards every day. Sometimes, these hazards can cause a life-threatening or fatal condition if not treated quickly enough, which is where pet first aid comes into play. In...

Danger Alert! Common Pet Toxins    Household toxins are a common source of pet poisoning, particularly in the kitchen or bathroom. However, potential hazards can lurk everywhere, including in your garage, garden, and cupboards. Brush up on your toxin knowledge...

4 Tips on Welcoming a New Puppy into Your Home   Although we think every day should be puppy day, National Puppy Day falls on March 23 this year. If you’re planning on welcoming a new puppy home soon, these are some of the best ways to help them settle in.  ...

4 Ways to Show Your Pet Some Love on Valentine’s Day   As February 14th approaches, you may be thinking of ways to show your sweetheart how much you love them. With the following suggestions, you can also include your four-legged friend in this holiday’s fun and...

How to Start Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth   Brushing your pet’s teeth should be something you do as frequently as you brush your own teeth. By brushing your pet’s teeth daily, you can reduce the amount of plaque and oral bacteria in their mouth and help keep pet...