by Dr. Laura Monahan | Aug 28, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
Many of us now work from home – perhaps permanently. One of the drawbacks of working from home is the allure of the cushy couch or recliner. The “power nap” that becomes a full-blown two-hour sleepfest. The ever-present tempting snacks. These work-from-home “benefits”...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jun 1, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
The causes of red, inflamed eyes in dogs vary considerably, from mild allergies to sight-robbing health conditions, to serious systemic infections. Red eyes can be a symptom of a serious systemic disease, so a complete physical exam and sometimes laboratory tests are...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | May 1, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
Did you know that cats spend up to a quarter of their day grooming themselves? Their rough tongues catch loose hair, which is swallowed and usually passes unnoticed through their GI tract. When a larger amount of hair has accumulated in the stomach, however, cats have...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Apr 24, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
Smooshy-faced breeds of dogs and cats, technically called brachyocephalics, require additional dental care when compared to their longer-faced cousins. Frenchies, Pugs, Bostons, Boxers, English Bulldogs, Shih Tzus, Lhasa Apsos, Chihuahua, Chow Chow, Bull Mastiffs,...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Apr 3, 2022 | Pet Safety, Wellness
Two of our dog patients recently tested positive for heartworm disease. That’s the first time we’ve seen this in over 10 years, so we wanted to provide you with some important information about what to watch for in your dog or cat. What is heartworm disease? Heartworm...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Mar 20, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
Dental check-ups and routine dental X-rays are necessary for a healthy mouth and to ensure your pet’s teeth are picture-perfect for a lifetime. During physical exams, we take a look in your pet’s mouth. However, a visual examination of your pet’s mouth doesn’t tell us...
