Traveling with pets can be a wonderful experience, but it also comes with a little extra planning to keep things safe, comfortable, and stress-free, for both you and your furry companion! Whether you’re heading out for a weekend getaway, a long road trip, or a routine care visit to the veterinarian, a few simple preparations can make all the difference.…
Pets often serve as the heart of the home, which makes Heartworm Awareness Month an important time to focus on protecting their actual heart health. Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition, and a simple mosquitobite is all it takes to begin the infection process. Inside the mosquito, microscopic baby worms, called “microfilariae” develop into infectedlarvae. When that mosquito later bites another animal,…
Poison Prevention Month is an important reminder for pet owners to take a closer look at the everyday items that could put dogs and cats at risk. As spring arrives, pets tend to spend more time exploring, family gatherings become more frequent, routines get busier, and the chances of a curious pet getting into something harmful can increase. Even common…
Few things are as frustrating as a pet who won’t eat. As owners, we do our best to provide everything our pets need for a healthy, happy life, and that includes the right diet and feeding regimen tailored to their unique specifications. So, when your pet suddenly turns down dinner, it’s important to uncover the underlying cause before there is any risk to their nutrition or overall wellbeing. When it…
Centerville, IA – Feb. 2, 2026 – Animal Health Center of Centerville is proud to celebrate its five-year anniversary serving Southern Iowa as a locally owned large and small animal veterinary clinic. Purchased by its current three owners (Dewey Nibe, Ryan Howard, and Clint Hodson) in 2021, Animal Health Center of Centerville joins four sister clinics, which were originally established in 2001, and has grown to include 11 veterinarians and more than 40 support…
This month, we’re thankful for every four-legged friend who brings joy, companionship, and a whole lot of love into our homes. As we count our blessings, we’re also grateful for every adopter, foster, volunteer, and giver who helps pets find their way home. As we know, adoption is more than just acquiring a pet, it’s offering a second chance and gaining a grateful new friend. Adoption changes two lives: yours AND your pets’. Let’s celebrate the…
As cat owners know, the bond we share with our feline companions is something truly special. It’s also a relationship that spans thousands of years. Historians believe humans and cats first connected nearly 10,000 years ago, when early farmers in regions of modern-day Turkey, Israel, and Egypt welcomed wild cats to their lands to help control rodents and protect valuable…
Dogs on the farm often enjoy the privilege of running boundlessly through fertile acres, engaging with many different types of animals, and enjoying fun in the sun all day long. Their energy can amaze us, and their stamina is impressive. Although, for those canine companions who live and spend most of their timeindoors, alternative solutions come into play, and many owners seek opportunities to not only ensure that their dogs receive proper exercise but also have the…