National Spoil Your Dog Day is coming on August 10th! Of course, if you were to ask Fido, he would probably insist that every day should be Spoil Your Dog Day, and he wouldn’t be wrong. Our canine friends really do deserve to be pampered and spoiled all the time. Their love, loyalty, and friendship are truly priceless! Here, a Greater Cincinnati vet lists some cute ways to brighten up your furry pal’s day. Treats … Read More
Feline hyperesthesia syndrome—which is also called rolling skin syndrome and twitchy cat disease—is a rather unique issue that we occasionally see in our feline friends. The condition is characterized by hypersensitivity of the skin, usually on the back. A local vet offers some information in this article. Signs Fluffy can’t tell you what is going on with her, so it’s good to know what to look for. You may see twitching or rippling skin on … Read More
Do you have chickens? You’ll need to be extra careful at this time of year. The heat can be rough on our feathered buddies. In fact, any time temps go over 90, your birds are in danger of heat stress. Chickens can’t sweat, so their only way of releasing heat is from their combs, feet, beaks, and wattles. A Greater Cincinnati vet discusses keeping chickens cool below. Basics First things first: Make sure that your … Read More
Is your canine companion larger than life? We love big dogs! Of course, these larger-than-life pooches have some very specific care needs. Fido’s size will come into play in nearly every aspect of his care regimen, including his fitness routine. A local Greater Cincinnati vet offers some advice on this below. Walks Walks are a great workout for any pup. Training is absolutely crucial with big dogs. Fido may be strong enough to haul you … Read More
Do you have ducks? These fun birds are personable, hardy, and entertaining. They’re also quite easy keepers. However, when winter comes along, your swimming, quacking buddies will need some extra TLC. A Greater Cincinnati veterinarian offers some tips on winter duck care in this article. Coop Wild ducks typically head for warmer territory in winter. However, that doesn’t mean that they can’t survive the cold. In fact, they are quite hardy! You will need to … Read More
Spoil Your Dog Day is August 10th. If we were to poll our canine patients on how they’d like to spend the day, we have a pretty good idea what they’d say. (Spoiler alert: there would be a lot of bacon involved.) While we love seeing our furry friends pampered, we also like seeing them healthy. Read on as a local Greater Cincinnati vet lists some great ways to get that tail wagging. Treats Treats … Read More
April is Heartworm Awareness Month! We know, heartworms may not be the most pleasant thing to discuss. It’s much more fun to talk about Fido’s puppyhood antics or his love of treats. However, keeping your beloved pet protected from heartworms is very important. A Greater Cincinnati vet discusses heartworms below. Basics Heartworms are parasitic worms that infest dogs’ hearts, lungs, and arteries. They are in larval form at the time of infestation. It usually takes … Read More
Are you planning to adopt a lemur? Lemurs are cute and fluffy, and can make adorable pets. However, there are many things to consider before adopting one. Here, a Clermont County vet discusses lemur care. Basics Native to Madagascar, lemurs are one of the smaller primates. In fact, the Madame’s Berthe mouse lemur is the smallest primate in the world! Ring-tailed lemurs are most commonly kept as pets. Legalities Make sure you understand the laws … Read More