After a cold winter of being stuck inside, your dog is itching to stretch his legs and run around outdoors for some exercise and adventure! Similarly, young, poppy seed-sized deer ticks called nymphs that have been growing and lying dormant all winter are now active, hungry and seeking a host. Before you let your dog roam around in tall grass…
Imagine how your teeth would look and feel after a couple of days without brushing them (let alone a month or even a year)! Your pet’s teeth are no different. While your four-legged friend is not one to complain about their oral hygiene, it’s often not until we receive a big slobbery kiss or catch a whiff of them panting…
Happy New Year from your friends at Animal Health Center! Start the new year (and the new decade) off on the right paw by developing some wellness-oriented New Year’s resolutions for your pet. Your cat or dog depends on you to help them stay healthy and happy. The good news is that there are many easy-to-follow resolutions that you and…
It’s always a good idea to think twice before giving a pet as a gift for someone else to be responsible for. Animals, like humans, require love and proper care to flourish. It’s important that the person receiving the pet wants that particular animal and is willing and able to give it a lifetime of proper care (even 10 to…
When was the last time your pet stepped on the scale? Just as eating right and exercise is imperative to human well-being, your pet also needs to stay trim and active to live a long and healthy life. Unfortunately, 60% of cats and 56% of dogs in America are overweight or obese (according to the 2018 National Pet Obesity Survey).…
Estimates suggest that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have oral disease by the time they are three years old! It is recommended that you brush your pet’s teeth once a day to scrub off the bacteria and plaque that can lead to periodontal disease that can lead to gum inflammation, bleeding and tooth loss. But, life gets busy,…
It is heartwarming to hear miraculous stories of pets reuniting with their owners after a long period of time or a long distance, thanks to their microchip identification! A few months ago, Jasper, a dog that had gone missing eight years ago, was reunited with his owner in Louisiana after being surrendered and identified in Houston. Similarly, Willow, a calico…
Dogs make perfect partners for summer adventures! There are so many outdoor activities to be enjoyed this time of year while creating unforgettable memories and building upon the bond with your furry best friend. But, as the years go by, your once limitless energetic ball of fluff will start to slow down – their joints may be a little creaky,…