Everything you should know about your pet...
A common question is why to choose a house call veterinarian over an animal hospital? Convenience- I drive to your home wherever in New York you live. There is never any waiting time for your pet’s examination. Relaxation- Your pet can remain at ease in a relaxed state in the comfort of your own home rather than getting … [Read More...]
This is a question that crosses the mind of most pet owners. Just look at what insurance companies have done with human medicine. Think about it. Insurance companies are a business for profit. Do they really care about your pet or are they more interested in denying as many claims as they possibly can? I do have clients that are happy they had … [Read More...]
Like people, most dogs and cats are not lactose-intolerant. Obviously, if your pet is, he or she will not be able to digest any dairy products and may end up vomiting and/or having diarrhea after drinking milk or eating any other dairy product like cheese, ice cream, yogurt, etc. Pets that can digest dairy products have an important advantage … [Read More...]
Unlike people, who always change food items in their diet depending on the time of day, dogs and cats should be fed the same food daily. In fact, for a healthy dog or cat, there should be 2 meals (same food) fed per day-morning and evening with access to clean, fresh water 24/7. The diet should not be changed and doesn't need to be changed. In … [Read More...]
It is really hard to stay on a diet; however, it is much easier when someone else has control of what and how much you eat. That is the situation for our pets. If they are overweight, it is our fault, but don't despair, they can get back to a healthy weight with our help. Eating right is the first thing that needs to change. If you have an … [Read More...]
For many diseases, there are many treatment options. Ask your veterinarian for a choice. Sometimes, there are natural remedies that can be used without the side effects of medications. Ask your vet about preventative tips. Many illnesses and diseases can be prevented if you take certain steps as a pet owner. For example, daily teeth brushing can … [Read More...]
Unfortunately, we live in dangerous times. Fleas, ticks and mosquitoes carry so many diseases that can harm our pets, our children and us. Some of those diseases are deadly. However, the good news is that we can protect our pets; which ultimately helps to protect our children and us. There are many different heartworm and flea/tick preventatives on … [Read More...]
