Heartworm disease is a serious, often fatal condition in dogs that can result in severe lung disease, heart failure, organ damage and more. Preventing heartworm disease is easier on your pet and your wallet than treating the disease after your dog gets ill. Our Deer Park vets explain why.
Dogs can certainly steal our hearts away and become treasured members of our family, but that love and loyalty come at a very real price. Here our Deer Park vets talk about the cost of owning a dog and what expenses you need to be prepared for.
When it comes to the ongoing care of your pet you will need to bring them in for routine check-ups. One of the ways that you can make these check-ups more affordable and ensure that your pet gets continuous care is with wellness plans. Below, our Deer Park vets talk about pet wellness plans, what they include and if they are worth it for your pet.
Puppies can make an incredible and loving addition to your home and family but there is a lot of responsibility that comes with them as well. Today, our Deer Park vets share some information about raising a new puppy and offer advice to help you have a smooth transition.
Caring for a kitten has a special set of requirements, especially if the mother cat is unable to help care for the new furry bundle of joy. Today, our Deer Park puppy and kitten vets share some things you need to know about caring for newborn kittens and what to watch for.
If you are considering a new pet then you begin to think, why not two? You may also wonder if it would be possible to raise a cat and a dog together comfortably. Our Deer Park Animal Hospital vets discuss raising a puppy and kitten together and why it can be a great idea to make this decision.
On average, domestic cats tend to live until they are around the age of 10 when well cared for. Today, our Deer Park vets share a list of cats that are known to live the longest, including Munchkin and Siamese cats.
As your dog begins to get up into their golden years, their veterinary care needs will begin to change. Today our Deer Park vets talk about how to take care of a senior dog and offer some tips and advice to help your pet stay healthy longer.
While we hope that our cats will stay young and nimble forever we all know that eventually our feline friends will age and that there will be changes. Today our Deer Park vets discuss how to know when your cat is a senior and what the differences will be in care for your older cat.
When dogs begin to age many things will change. One of the most common areas that you notice a difference will be their weight and while you may be worried about weight gain there is also the concern of weight loss in senior dogs. Our Deer Park vets discuss weight loss in older dogs and when you might worry.
We are accepting new patients! Our vets are passionate about the health of companion animals in the Deer Park area. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.