If you’re a first-time dog owner, seeing a patch of red or inflamed skin on your dog can be alarming and immediately send you into a panic. What you are seeing could be a hot spot, an irritating skin condition that dogs experience every day. Hot spots are also called pyotraumatic or moist dermatitis, and […]
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Winter Paw & Skin Protection
Posted on January 10th, 2019 by Kathy Fitzpatric
When winter comes around, it is easy for humans to bundle up and protect ourselves accordingly. But what about your furry friend who is also exposed to the elements when outside? The dry winter air can cause your dog to experience itchy, dry skin, and winter walks can take a toll on your dog’s paws […]
Stuffing Your Pets Stocking
Posted on December 21st, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
When you walk into almost every pet store around this time of year, the first thing you are going to see are some colorful Christmas rawhides that are made in a candy cane shape and a bunch of other colored rawhide treats. Beware! These look yummy, but can be very harmful. How they are made? […]
How Important is Your Pet’s Oral Health?
Posted on December 4th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Part of our daily routine is brushing our teeth at least twice a day. But have you ever stopped to think about the importance of your pet’s oral health? Your pet’s lack of oral hygiene can be the catalyst for other health problems, so it is important that you visit our veterinary hospital in Chicago […]
Holiday Stress for Your Pets
Posted on December 3rd, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Holidays can be stressful for your pet too! With the holiday season is here, setting our pets up for success is the key to surviving the guests coming over and the other temptations that abound. Here are some tips to keeping the holiday season peaceful for our four-legged family members. Avoid Table Scraps Keeping your […]
