The Fourth of July is a time of celebrating the Independence Day of America with fireworks representing the defeat of the British with “the rocket’s red glare and bombs bursting in air.” For the pet owner who has an animal that is frightened by the booms and blasts though, the circumstances can be defeating to
Many families plan on summer vacations this time of year. If your destination is not pet friendly or your pet is not a good traveler (most cats fit into this category) they must be left behind while you travel. Two options exist for making sure your dog or cat is well taken care including finding
As our companion dogs and cats begin to age, they may develop illnesses or diseases which can begin to affect their quality of life. In some cases, early detection blood screening is helpful in catching these diseases early and postponing progression. There are other illnesses though such as cancer or heart disease that can develop
It may not occur to the owner of a senior pet that microchipping your dog or cat is an advised procedure. Microchips are recommended as a means of being re-united with your lost companion for pets of all ages. They are especially important in older pets because they can suffer from senility issues and are
It is an exciting time when you introduce a new furry friend into your home. When going to get your new pet, it is best to leave your current pet at home. Car travel can cause stress to your current pet as well as the new pet. Forcing the two to interact so suddenly in
We all know what time of year it is when we start to see that yellow film on our cars. That’s right, allergy season and that can mean misery not only for you, but also for your pet. Dogs and cats can certainly exhibit symptoms of allergies such as their owners including
Scientific and technological advancements have led to better protection against diseases across the medical field including veterinary medicine. However, not every dog or cat is susceptible to the multiple diseases that exist. This is why a visit to your veterinarian and a discussion of your pet’s lifestyle is so important. We can help recommend the
Working with animals can be quite a challenge since they are unable to verbalize what may be bothering them. While a physical examination is certainly an integral part of evaluating you pet’s health, the internal organs can have problems that can be present that may go undetected on a physical exam. Your pet’s blood contains
As our companion dogs and cats enter into their senior years, it becomes even more important for them to visit the veterinarian twice a year. In addition to having a physical exam performed, blood testing is advised twice yearly to monitor for changes with any of your pet’s internal organs. Older pets should visit the
Regular planned dental cleanings allow your pet to maintain a healthy mouth environment which results in a better overall health of your dog or cat. Due to the amount of time necessary to appropriately manage dental disease in our patients, Trusty Vet does not currently perform Dental Cleanings. Dental health is important to your pet
