Our four-legged companions are great communicators. With just a look or a subtle drool, they are able to let us know exactly what they want especially when it is meal or snack time. However, for all of our pets’ amazing forms of communication, they cannot always tell us where and when they hurt. Many pets, … Read moreTell Me Where It Hurts: 5 Signs Your Pet May Be in Pain
Like people, pets can experience pain for a variety of reasons, and uncontrolled pain can lead to an increased release of stress hormones and delayed healing in some cases. Additionally, pets who are experiencing a chronic pain ailment such as arthritis have an increased risk for behavior problems and a decreased quality of life. It … Read morePain Relief 101: A Pet Owner’s Guide to Pet Pain Medications
An illness or accident can happen with your pet at any time, and it can be stressful and frightening to see them in pain. Your pet is family and making decisions can be challenging when their health is concerned. However, responding quickly and calmly to a pet emergency is your best insurance for a positive … Read moreWhat to Expect at the Emergency Vet: 5 Common Pet Owner Questions Answered
Since 2013, the United Nations General Assembly has designated March 3 as World Wildlife Day, to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants. Each year, the U.N. chooses a theme to focus education efforts on the critical needs of the Earth’s fauna and flora. The 2022 theme is “Recovering Key Species … Read moreWorld Wildlife Day: 4 Reasons Why Pets and Wild Animals Should Not Mix
Your pet can experience extreme pain and may have difficulty eating and drinking properly if they are affected by a dental emergency. Our team at Animal Emergency Care explains common veterinary dental emergencies and provides tips to help you protect your pet from these situations. Fractured teeth constitute a dental emergency in pets Your pet can sustain a fractured … Read moreDental Emergencies—What Pet Owners Need to Know
If your cat has been curling up on your lap more than usual, they may be trying to tell you they are cold. Cats tend to be more cold-natured than other household members and they enjoy warm cozy places to nap. Our team at Animal Emergency Care wants to help by providing tips to ensure your cat stays toasty … Read more8 Tips to Keep Your Cat Cozy
The cold winter months have arrived, and you want to ensure your dog stays warm and cozy. While they may have a fur coat sometimes your dog needs extra attention to stay warm. Our team at Animal Emergency Care provides tips to help keep your dog toasty while enjoying winter activities. #1: Recognize if your dog is sensitive to … Read more6 Tips to Keep Your Dog Toasty During Winter Activities
COVID has wreaked havoc on the veterinary industry causing veterinary professionals to struggle with staffing shortages, inventory shortages, and an inability to treat the same number of pets as before the pandemic. Our team at Animal Emergency Care wants to explain how COVID has affected veterinary medicine and what this means for you and your pet. Staffing shortages are … Read moreCOVID’s Toll on the Veterinary Industry
Responsible pet ownership requires ample time, finances, care, and regular veterinary visits to ensure your furry companion remains healthy and thrives into their grey muzzle years. The veterinary profession has experienced unprecedented demand during the COVID-19 pandemic . The increased workload has resulted in overwhelmed veterinary team and extended wait times for appointments and emergency … Read moreThe Waiting Game: Understanding Veterinary Overload