Our Veterinary Blog in Clifton Park, NY
At the start of fall, pet parents should know that their pets are subject to unique dangers that they want to watch out for. Dogs and cats often go unsupervised as pet parents get busy for the holidays. From Halloween candy to Thanksgiving dinner and finally, putting up the Christmas tree, you need to be…
Have you noticed your dog walking with a limp? Or maybe they just are not up and active like they used to be. While there could be several reasons for your dog’s unusual behavior, it could be a sign that they are in pain. A torn cranial cruciate ligament is one of the most common…
Do you and your dog spend a lot of time outdoors? If so, you have probably, at some point, seen them eat grass. While it is a common thing for dogs, it is one that can be confusing to dog owners in Clifton Park, NY. Most think that it is a sign that their dog’s…
Spring and summer may be seasons that many people look forward to following a long, cold winter. With warmer temperatures and longer days, it is the perfect time to get outdoors and spend some time with your canine companion. However, seasonal allergies can make it miserable. Along with common symptoms like a runny nose or…
Curiosity is just part of our pet’s nature. Since they cannot ask us what something is, or do a quick search on the internet, they figure things out by touch and taste. Sometimes that exploration can be dangerous, especially when it comes to toxic plants. Common Toxic Plants for Pets Many pet owners are shocked…
Are you excited to bid farewell to cold temperatures, short days, and layered clothing of Winter and hop right into Spring? As we move into the new season, many people are thinking about gatherings with family and friends, doing some much-needed cleaning, making improvements, or spending time outdoors. Before you start making plans, it is…
In its earliest stages, kidney disease in dogs is virtually undetectable. Only very subtle outward signs appear- signs which can easily be shrugged off, or attributed to “something else.” Meanwhile insidious internal processes are slowly chipping away at a major organ that provides essential support to bodily function. Only when the disease becomes advanced do…
No, that’s not chocolate stuck between your dog’s teeth. You deal with this frustration on a regular basis. Let him out into the yard unsupervised for no more than 2 minutes, and already he’s picked something up. Or you took her on a walk, and despite your eagle- eye view of the area, she still…
Use of acupuncture on animals has become increasingly popular in recent years, accompanying client interest in seeking more alternative, natural, or organic therapies, and veterinarians’ desire to provide it. Acupuncture has been practiced on humans for thousands of years, and some speculate that it’s been practiced on animals for just as long. So, why should…
It’s Sunday morning and you’re sitting in your living room, enjoying a steaming cup of coffee. Sunlight streams through the window and you catch a glimpse of movement out of the corner of your eye. You turn to see a small tumbleweed roll across the floor. You pause, as you’re pretty sure you’re indoors and…
