Gift Ideas for Your Pet: An Article by Troy Animal Hospital
It’s that time of year when we start thinking about what to get our loved ones for Christmas and for animal lovers, that includes our feathered and furry family members. What might your pet friend like to find in his…
What You Need to Know About Your Pet’s Surgery at Troy Animal Hospital
Bringing a pet in for an anesthetic procedure can be stressful for both you and your pet. Knowing how your pet is anesthetized and the steps we take at Troy Animal Hospital to ensure your pet’s well being can help…
How to Help Your Pet Learn to be Alone: an article by Troy Animal Hospital
Summer is coming to an end and vacations are over, kids are heading back to school and adults to work. What does this mean for your pets? That they now have a lot more alone time on their paws. Bored…
Why Veterinary Dental Care is Important
Imagine going the last ten or more years without ever brushing your teeth. It sounds disgusting right? Well, for most pets, it’s reality. Pets can have many of the same issues with their teeth that their owners do. Some common…
The Importance of Wellness Exams at Troy Animal Hospital
Everyone knows that when your pet is ill it’s time to take it to Troy Animal Hospital . But did you know that annual examinations for your healthy pet could help you avoid some of those sick pet visits? In…
Hyperthyroidism in Cats: an article by Troy Animal Hospital
It’s not uncommon for pets to lose some weight as they age. If you have a senior cat that’s losing weight while still eating as much or more than it once did though, you should consider having your cat’s thyroid…
Does your dog keep you up at night with his itching? Has your cat chewed all the fur off its tummy? Wonder what the heck is going on? It could be that your pet has allergies. Just like people, pets…
When many people think of a little dog, a Chihuahua is often the first breed to come to mind. They are considered by most to be the smallest breed of dog. They have been used in advertising and are often…
Why Your Veterinarian Takes Your Pet to the “Back” for Treatment: an article by Troy Animal Hospital
The veterinarian has been in to see your pet. They’ve examined him or her, listened to your questions and answered them, and it’s now time for your pet to receive its vaccinations or perhaps have some blood drawn for testing….
Canine Parvovirus, or Parvo as it is commonly called, is a serious gastrointestinal disease in dogs and one that we never like to see in the hospital due to its severity. While Parvo is most commonly seen in puppies, any…