Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting time filled with love, cuddles, and, of course, the occasional puddles. An essential part of puppy wellness is vaccines to ensure your pup grows into a healthy adult dog. Vaccines are broadly categorized into core and noncore vaccines that protect against infectious and often life-threatening illnesses. Our [...]
Bringing an adorable kitten into your home is an exciting and joyful experience. Along with the laughter and love your furry friend brings, they also need vaccines and veterinary care to start them off on the right paw. Vaccines are crucial in protecting kittens from various infectious diseases, some of which can be life-threatening. Our [...]
Summer is a great time to get outdoors with your pet, friends, and family. Opportunities abound for fun and adventure, but hot weather and other seasonal hazards can harm your pet’s health and well-being. Our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team has compiled this summer safety tips list to help you learn to keep your furry [...]
Pets are curious and investigative creatures who often explore the world with their mouths, which can get them into trouble when they encounter seemingly harmless household items that can threaten their health. Most pet poisoning cases occur accidentally because pet owners aren’t aware of the dangers lurking in everyday places in their homes. To help [...]
Medicating pets can be a challenging task. Whether your pet disappears at the sight of a medicine vial, fights you tooth and nail to avoid medication, or quietly spits out the pills you hid in their food, failing at this seemingly simple task can be frustrating. The Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team knows that pet [...]
Many people believe the main benefit of spaying and neutering cats and dogs is population control and, while that is certainly an important factor, these procedures provide many other advantages. Learn about the physical and behavioral benefits that contribute to a longer, healthier, and happier life for your pet who has been spayed or neutered. [...]
The first year of a kitten’s life is a crucial developmental period in which pet owners play a pivotal role. Knowing how your kitten’s body and brain develop can help you shepherd them into a healthy and well-adjusted adulthood. The Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team created this guide to ensure new kitten owners understand the [...]
Few things are cuter or more fun than a fluffy little kitten. But, along with the fun comes a great responsibility to provide your new kitten with everything they need to succeed in life. Adult cats are frequently surrendered to shelters because of behavior problems, but if you pay close attention to your kitten's physical, [...]
Middle-aged and older dogs are frequently afflicted with joint disease, usually as a result of aging and wear and tear. Arthritis in the hip joints can often be blamed on hip dysplasia. Affected dogs often develop the disorder during puppyhood, but may not show pain or mobility problems until later in life. The Memorial Villages [...]
If you have an overweight cat, or one who routinely refuses to eat, you may be familiar with hepatic lipidosis (i.e., fatty liver disease). Although the exact cause is unknown, this serious feline liver condition arises after a period of prolonged anorexia. Learn to recognize the early warning signs of hepatic lipidosis to help ensure [...]
