The great outdoors is full of many potential dangers, such as busy roads, predators, poison, parasites, and life-threatening diseases, but indoor cats need more than safety—they need mental and physical stimulation to prevent boredom and behavioral issues. Our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team wants to provide do’s and don’ts to help ensure your indoor cat [...]
Dogs are amazing animals with many talents, which humans have been harnessing for thousands of years. Dogs are companions, can soothe anxieties, become police officers and work for the military, can detect medical conditions, help the disabled, and so much more! Domestic dogs descended from wolves, but they have become central to our lives, and [...]
Your kids are excited about back-to-school shopping, seeing their friends, and facing a new year of learning, but your pets may be less thrilled. Over the summer, they’ve likely grown accustomed to constant company during the day, more time with family members, and fun outdoor activities. When back-to-school time comes around, sudden changes to their [...]
Pets are commonly targeted by parasites, resulting in significant health problems. Our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team wants to provide case studies about common parasitic pet diseases to help you understand your pet’s risk and ensure you know how to protect your four-legged friend from these conditions. Case study #1: Dexter, a 3-year-old Labrador retriever, [...]
Pets cannot regulate their body temperature as well as people, so are less heat tolerant and at increased heatstroke risk. Our team at Memorial Villages Animal Hospital wants to help by providing information on protecting your pet during Texas’ hot, humid summer days. Your pet’s ability to thermoregulate Humans have sweat glands all over their [...]
Dog diarrhea is a common condition with numerous causes. While not every instance is cause for concern, diarrhea should be managed appropriately to ensure your dog recovers. Our team at Memorial Villages Animal Hospital answers your frequently asked questions about the condition. Question: How is dog diarrhea defined? Answer: Dog diarrhea occurs when a dog [...]
Celebrating our nation’s independence is a summertime tradition, but the festivities can be hazardous for your pet. Ensure your pet does not spend the holiday in a veterinary emergency hospital by following these July Fourth safety tips from our Memorial Villages Animal Hospital team. #1: Properly identify your pet Many pets go missing on July [...]
Pet health insurance is a relatively new industry, with the famous collie, Lassie, receiving the first pet insurance policy issued in the United States in 1982. Today, the pet insurance marketplace in North America comprises about 20 companies, with an annual growth rate of 23.4% over the past five years, which is great news for [...]
If your dog has subjected you to nights filled with jangling collar tags as they lick, chew, and scratch their itchy skin, they may have allergies. Or, if your cat has groomed themselves bald on their hind end, they may be allergic to fleas. Allergies in pets are relatively common and can include hypersensitivities to [...]
Like people, pets can also suffer from thyroid diseases, namely hypothyroidism (i.e., an underactive thyroid gland) and hyperthyroidism (i.e., an overactive gland). In general, dogs develop hypothyroidism, whereas cats are much more prone to hyperthyroidism. Understanding the difference between these two diseases can help you better care for your pet. What function does the thyroid [...]
