What You Should Know About Dog Knee Surgery
Our canine companions can endure serious pain due to knee injuries. In this post, we explain dog knee surgery procedures and what to expect as they recover.
October 28th: Brief Closing for Staff Training
WE WILL BE CLOSED BRIEFLY FOR STAFF TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28th from 12:15PM -1:30PM
The Evolution of Feline Medicine with Dr. Amy Plankenhorn: AHNA Podcast
This episode we talked with Dr. Amy Plankenhorn and learn about how Feline Medicine has evolved and how it is helping veterinarians to provide the best care for your feline friend.
Be a Friend to Your Feline: Cat Friendly Vet Visit Tips
Many of us want to protect our furry family member from any stress, fear or pain especially in new environments such as the veterinary hospital. As cat and dog parents, we feel that we can decrease their stress and make everything better. This is mostly true. Our pets do take comfort from us and we can reduce stress, fear and anxiety at a vet visit. Here are a few other things you can do to help your feline friends.
Halloween Hints for Pets
Halloween is so much fun, and it’s natural to want to try to involve your family pet in all the activity. It’s important to keep in mind, though, that not all Halloween activities are fun or safe for pets. A few simple precautions can keep your spooky celebrations enjoyable for everyone in the family, whether they are two footed or four footed.
Help take the "Spook" out of Spooktacular! Help your pet to have a Fear Free Halloween.
Help take the “Spook” out of Spooktacular! Help your pet have a fear free Halloween.
Happy Halloween? For Pets, It Can Be With A Little Practice
Pet costumes are a big business with pet parents spending more than $440 million on Halloween. But not all pets are as excited about costumes. Here are some great tips from Fear Free Happy Homes on how to introduce your pet to costumes along with alternative ways to celebrate Halloween without costumes.
My cat won't eat - is this an emergency?
It may feel alarming to discover your cat is not eating. You may wonder whether your feline friend needs to go to an emergency vet clinic. Here is a list of some common reasons why cats may stop eating, and how to tell if your kitty’s case is an emergency.
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge: AHNA Podcast
In this AHNA Podcast, we talked with Winslow Umberger from the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge. Learn about how this lifesaving organization started and how they have grown. Winslow will be giving tips on what you can do to help wildlife and what to do if you find an injured or orphaned animal. Also, learn all the different ways you can help support Appalachian Wildlife through donations (monetary and supplies), as well as volunteering and internships opportunities. This is an exciting episode!
Small Dogs for Families
You’ve decided it’s time to get a dog. There are many factors to consider when considering a small dogs for young children or apartment living. Though these breeds are small in size, their personalities are larger than life.