Pets’ dental disease effects reach far beyond their mouths, and can potentially lead to permanent overall health issues. To help maintain your pet’s overall wellbeing, read our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team’s oral health guidelines to learn to spot early dental disease signs in your furry pal, and ensure they receive dental treatment at the [...]
When considering your pet’s veterinary care, you get what you pay for, and the cost will likely correspond with the quality. For example, inexpensive pet food is often loaded with food coloring, artificial preservatives and ingredients, and low-quality fillers. However, by paying a bit more, you can provide your pet with a well-balanced, healthy diet [...]
A new year provides you with a clean slate to reinvent who you want to be—whether your goals pertain to fitness, diet, work, or leisure time. While making your resolutions for a better life, remember to include your furry pal. The new year is a perfect time to set your pet’s health and wellness goals, [...]
The first three months of your puppy’s life is an important period, because they should be exposed to new situations and experiences. Correct socialization can help your puppy become a well-behaved, well-adjusted adult dog. Our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team wants to help by explaining why puppy socialization is so important and providing steps to [...]
This time of year is hectic. You need to decorate your home, buy gifts for family and friends, and plan your holiday menu. And, amid the hustle and bustle, you need to ensure your pet isn’t harmed by holiday hazards. Our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team explains some potential dangers your pet may encounter during [...]
The human-animal bond is strong, and euthanasia is no longer considered the only option when a pet experiences a disability. Specially abled pets require additional attention, but with proper care, they can live long, happy lives. Learn how to provide the right care for your specially abled pet by reading our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital [...]
Some cat owners consider declawing their cat to prevent furniture damage, but the procedure impedes normal instinctual feline behaviors, and can cause long-lasting adverse habits and health complications. By answering your most frequently asked questions about declawing, our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team sets the record straight on cat scratching, the declawing procedure, and acceptable [...]
A cat whose trips to the litter box become more frequent or who begins to urinate outside the litter box may be showing signs of feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). FLUTD is a general term for a variety of conditions affecting a cat’s urinary tract and can lead to serious health complications. Our team [...]
Weight management is an important part of your pet’s overall health because excessive weight gain can have serious consequences. Overweight and obese pets have a higher risk of developing conditions like diabetes, heart disease, osteoarthritis, cancer, urinary bladder stones, and other weight-related diseases that can shorten their life span and rob you of precious time [...]
Pets frequently hide illness signs, and you may not realize your pet is sick until their condition is advanced. Pets who receive regular wellness screenings are more likely to live a long and healthy life, because underlying conditions can be detected in the early stages before they cause significant health problems. Our Memorial Villages Animal [...]
