November 12th is Animal Enrichment Day. This is important for all animals, and is especially critical for dogs. Enrichment plays a huge role in your pup’s mental and emotional well-being, which in turn greatly affect his physical health. Bored pooches are much more likely to engage in destructive behavior, such as digging, chewing, eating the couch, and even aggression. Here, a Greater Cincinnati vet lists some ‘pawesome’ ways to provide your canine pal with enrichment. … Read More
Here at Clermont Animal Hospital, we see a variety of animals, from tiny pocket pets to massive dogs. One furball that has become pretty popular in recent years is the sugar glider. These cute little pets are quite gentle and playful, and can be lots of fun to have around. A Clermont County vet lists some ways to spoil sugar gliders in this article. Buddies Sugar gliders are very sociable, and are always happiest with … Read More
Does your canine companion get super excited at the very thought of a yummy snack? Fido is always cute, but he’s never more adorable than he is when he’s angling for a treat. With the hottest time of the year approaching, you’ll want to offer your pooch some cool and refreshing snacks. A Clermont County vet offers some suggestions in this article. Ice Cream Ice cream is a beloved summer snack, and a perfect treat … Read More
May 31st is Parrot Day! These smart, colorful birds can make both fun and fascinating pets, and they definitely deserve to be celebrated. A Greater Cincinnati vet lists some fascinating facts about Polly below. Lifespan Parrots have longer lifespans than the vast majority of animals. Some can live over 100 years! Macaws and Amazons are particularly long-lived, but even smaller parrots often live several decades. Charlie Speaking of longevity, here’s a jaw-dropper: A blue and … Read More
Does your canine buddy come running when he realizes you’re cooking something? Fido is always cute, but he’s extra adorable when he knows dinnertime is approaching, or if he thinks you may share a yummy treat. Making sure your pooch is eating wholesome, nutritious food is very important. A Greater Cincinnati vet offers some tips on doggy nutrition below. Check Labels Pet food companies use slick marketing tactics to make their products seem … Read More
Love it or hate it, winter is definitely here. The change of season also affects our feline friends, even those who live indoors. Fluffy may need some extra TLC at this time of year! A local Greater Cincinnati vet offers some winter cat care tips in this article. Offer Warm Spots Your feline pal will probably spend a pretty good chunk of winter curled up in her bed, dreaming of chasing butterflies. Make sure she … Read More
Happy Holidays! As you may know, this can be a dangerous time of year for our animal friends. However, Fluffy and Fido aren’t the only pets that can get into trouble here. You’ll also need to be careful with Polly! A Greater Cincinnati veterinarian discusses holiday bird safety below. Tree Those pretty trees are extremely dangerous for Polly. For one thing, the needles are very sharp, and could injure her if she were to try … Read More
Does your kitty like to relax in sunbeams? Chances are, she probably does. Cats don’t run on solar power, but apparently no one has ever told them that. Your feline pal may spend a good chunk of the next few months sunbathing. Of course, this time of year can be both uncomfortable and dangerous for Fluffy. After all, she is already wearing a fur coat! A local Greater Cincinnati vet offers some summer cat care … Read More
Pygmy marmosets, also known as pocket monkeys or finger monkeys, are definitely one of the most adorable primates out there. In fact, these guys are the smallest monkey in the world. As one can imagine, it’s easy to fall for their cute faces and want to adopt one. But do they make good pets? A Greater Cincinnati vet offers a few tips on this below. Basics Pygmy marmosets are actually quite long-lived for a small … Read More
October Is Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! We’re happy to help put the ‘spot’ light on this wonderful cause. There are just far too many cute, lovable pooches in shelters, hoping someone will adopt them. A local Greater Cincinnati vet discusses adopting Fido below. Benefits There are some great reasons to get your canine pal from a shelter. For one thing, you’ll be able to pick your pooch out from a lineup of adorable pups. … Read More