Keep Your Pet Safe from These Holiday Toxins
The holiday season is here, and with it comes a variety of potential pet toxins. Some are most likely already in your home! Below, your Troy vet discusses what to watch for and how to prevent danger. Holiday Plants Mistletoe…
Autumn Safety Tips for Pet Parents
Autumn has arrived! Your pet is probably welcoming the cooler breezes as the seasons change. Remember, though—autumn brings its own set of potential pet hazards! Here, a Troy veterinary professional discusses the most common dangers for you to be aware…
The Canine Distemper Vaccination
August is Immunization Awareness Month—how much do you know about Canine Distemper, one of the most dangerous viruses for dogs? Learn all about the virus and its essential vaccination below from a Troy veterinarian. What is Canine Distemper? Canine distemper…
Summer is finally here, that means picnics, fireworks, parties and also sadly, bugs. This is the time of year when we have to be extra careful to help prevent our pets from being bitten by parasites. There are three that…
So You’re Thinking of Getting a Puppy: an article by Troy Animal Hospital
So maybe you were at a friend’s house and met their cute new puppy, or perhaps you were online looking at pictures of adorable pups. Either way, you’ve been gripped by puppy fever and are sure that you need a…
Prepare for an Emergency: an article by Troy Animal Hospital
Although it’s never fun to think about, emergency situations do arise and it’s better to be prepared ahead of time for them. When you have pets, you need to plan for their care as well as your own. You may…
The Wire Fox Terrier: an article by Troy Animal Hospital
If you watched The Westminster Kennel Club’s annual dog show last month, you would have seen a Wire Fox Terrier named GCH Afterall Painting the Sky walk away with the win. Fox Terriers have won more best-in-shows than any…
The Importance of Veterinary Dental Radiology for Your Pet
Have you ever been to the dentist and had radiographs performed of your teeth? Most people have. Did you know that there is also dental radiology for your pets? It’s just as important for your pets as your radiographs at…
If Your Cat Can’t Pee, it’s an Emergency. Feline Bladder Stones: an article by Troy Animal Hospital
Cats are generally very healthy animals. There are some issues though that you need to be aware of to keep your feline friend healthy. One of those is uroliths or as they’re more commonly known, bladder stones. Bladder stones form,…
The Importance of Regular Grooming for You and Your Pet: An Article by Troy Animal Hospital
It’s not uncommon for many pets to get groomed before the holidays. Family may be coming over and you want your pet to look their best. It’s important to remember though that good grooming is important all year long for…