Veterinary Healthcare
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My pet’s just been diagnosed with a medical condition/disease I’m not familiar with, and I want to find out more about it. Where can I find information I can trust?
You can turn to the Pet Medical Library on our website, which offers information on a wide variety of topics. In addition, many veterinary colleges and professional organizations offer excellent…
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Will my pet be in pain after surgery?
Anything that causes pain in people can be expected to cause pain in animals. Pets may not show the same symptoms of pain as people do—they usually don’t whine or…
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After I have my pet microchipped, is there anything else I need to do?
Your pet’s microchip should continue to function over your pet’s lifetime without any maintenance; however, the system won’t work unless you keep your contact information current. Whenever you move or…
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Are natural remedies for flea/tick/heartworm prevention safe to use on my pet?
Although natural remedies may offer some protection or repellency against parasites, they are not nearly as effective as prescription products. In addition, natural remedies often need to be applied more…
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Why should I buy flea/tick/heartworm preventives from a veterinary hospital when there are other, cheaper places to get it?
If you purchase preventives from sources other than a veterinary hospital or a website affiliated with a veterinary hospital, you don’t have any guarantee that the product is authentic or…
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Will microchipping hurt my pet?
Not any more than a regular vaccine injection. The chip is inserted at the back of your pet’s neck, where the skin is loose. Microchipping is a safe and effective…
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I’ve never seen a flea or tick on my pet. Why should I bother putting my pet on preventives? Isn’t this an extra expense that’s just not worth paying for?
Fleas and ticks are not just minor nuisances; they can transmit serious and sometimes life-threatening diseases, some of which can be passed to people. Even indoor-only pets are at risk…
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I’ve heard that some clinics offer anesthesia-free dentistry. Is this safe for my pet?
Anesthesia-free dentistry, or non-professional dental scaling, can be extremely dangerous for pets, for a number of reasons. Most pets won’t lie still during a dental cleaning, so there is a…
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Why does my pet need dental care?
Dental health is just as important for pets as it is for people. Bacteria and food debris accumulate around the teeth and, if left unchecked, will lead to deterioration of…
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How can my puppy/kitten have worms? How was he/she exposed?
Almost all puppies are born with intestinal parasites, which are passed from mother to pup during pregnancy. Although kittens are not infected when they’re born, they can become infected through…
