Category: Health

Noticing red spots, flaky skin, or bald spots on your pet? If your pet doesn’t suffer from allergies, it could be ringworm! Today we’ll educate you on what ringworm is, how it’s diagnosed, and how we treat it if your pet is presenting it in our office. You should know that ringworm can be spread… Continue reading What To Do If Your Pet Has Ringworm

Ever wonder why veterinarians recommend spaying and neutering for your pets? The UrgentVet team is here to tell you why! First and foremost, these are the basics of spaying and neutering. Spaying and neutering are the removals of reproductive organs from cats and dogs. Female pets are spayed, which is the removal of the uterus and… Continue reading The Basics Of Spaying And Neutering Your Pet

According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), 4 out of 5 dogs over the age of 3 have some a periodontal disease, leading to extra care and big bills, more than enough of a reason to start focusing on their dental health today. Today, we’ll tell you how to brush your pet’s teeth! You… Continue reading How To Brush Your Pet’s Teeth

Are you cat’s eating and drinking habits changing? Have you noticed weight loss and other issues like increased vomiting? It could be Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). CKD is a disease that affects cats once they reach ten years of age and older. While the idea of a chronic disease can seem like a death sentence,… Continue reading Recognizing The Symptoms Of Chronic Kidney Disease In Cats

Is your dog shedding more than usual? You have more in common with them than you think! When it gets cold outside, you add extra layers to stay warm, right? Your dog does the same. As temperatures drop, dogs lose their summer coat and prepare for colder weather. Of course, extra dog shedding means a… Continue reading Is Your Dog Shedding A Lot? Blame The Weather

Pet allergies are the worst, right?! Airborne pollens, molds, dust particles, etc. are inhaled and soon the sneezing and sniffling begin. The team at UrgentVet knows all about allergies and we know how awful your pet can feel when the itching and redness starts. Today, we have tips to help you stop pet allergies in… Continue reading Fighting Back Against Pesky Pet Allergies

When your pets are dealing with diarrhea and vomiting, it’s easy to feel helpless, especially if your vet is already closed. Today, we’ll give you some tips on what you should and should not do in this heartbreaking situation. First things first – remove all food and water from your pet’s reach and check for… Continue reading What To Do When Your Pets Are Dealing With Diarrhea and Vomiting

Your home is full of household pet poisons that you’ll want to keep far away from your pets. Today, we’ll give you ten that you should keep an eye on. Some may seem obvious and some may make you jump out of your chair to go move something you’ve had within reach of your pet’s… Continue reading Ten Household Pet Poisons To Watch Out For

Pet ear infections are no fun and can drive your pet crazy! Whether it’s due to season allergies or another underlying cause, it’s something you’ll want to have a veterinarian look at as soon as you notice a problem. Today, we’ll tell you what to look for when you start to notice your pet scratching… Continue reading Recognizing The Symptoms Of Pet Ear Infections