Every day we brush our teeth, we floss, we use mouthwash, and we take other measures to help care for our teeth. In addition, we visit the dentist every 4-6 months for additional dental care. Like us, our pets need dental care. If you are able to brush your pet’s teeth and provide special dental […]
Feline Leukemia, or FeLV is a deadly and preventable disease in most of our companion cats. It causes a breakdown in the immune system making your cat more susceptible to diseases he/she might otherwise be able to fight off. All members of the feline family are susceptible to FeLV. (Even Big Cats like tigers and […]
Medicine is complicated stuff! Add to that your pets inability to tell us what’s wrong and we’ve got big questions! A physical exam is important, and a history of what has been going on at home is very helpful but that’s not always enough. When your pet is ill blood work can give us a […]
Please, for the love of Ceiling Cat DO NOT give your beloved pet any medication without first consulting your vet!! There are many medications that our pets can’t tolerate and the consequences can be fatal. You also limit our ability to give appropriate medications because we don’t want to do more damage. Also, there’s a lot […]
1. Chocolate, Coffee, Caffeine: These products all contain a substance called methylxanthines. They can cause vomiting, diarrhea, panting, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, seizures and worst of all, DEATH!! 2. Grapes & Raisins: These can cause kidney failure. 3. Xylitol: Used as a sweetener in gum, candy, toothpaste, and many baked goods. This can cause insulin […]
1. My dog is aggressive/fearful because he was abused as a puppy. While it’s true that some dogs are born with a predisposition to shyness , by far the most common cause of fearful or aggressive behavior in dogs is a lack of early socialization. No matter what the cause is, always talk to your […]
Canine Parvovirus (CPV) is a highly contagious viral infection that affects dogs. The most common symptoms are vomiting, diarrhea (often bloody), poor appetite, and weight loss. The majority of cases are seen in puppies between the ages of six weeks and six months old. However, even older dogs can be affected with this deadly virus! […]