Informational Articles
Dental Health is Critical to Your Pet’s Overall Health
February is Pet Dental Health Month
While it may be just as easy to put off that dental exam for our pets just as we sometimes do for ourselves, ignoring your pet’s dental health may create problems for both their oral health and overall health down the road.
Dental care for pets is one of the easier yet most overlooked elements of providing good health care for our four-legged companions.
Marley and Me Highlights Pet Behavior Issues
While the December release of the film Marley and Me, based on John Grogan’s bestselling book, struck a chord with families this holiday season, the mischievous star of the film may also be striking a familiar chord with pet owners struggling to manage their own pet’s naughty behaviors.
Proper training can help reduce and eliminate those behaviors that appear cute on the big screen but in our own homes can be destructive and harmful to our pets and the relationships we have with them.
Taking care of a senior pet
Similar to advances made in human medicine and healthcare, advances in veterinary medicine are helping our pets live longer and healthier lives than ever before. And, outside of the benefit of the occasional senior discount for movies, food and beverages (which our pets don’t enjoy), we all face the possibility of health challenges, some of which can be addressed through preventive care and awareness of overall health issues.
Understanding and preparing for the cost of veterinary care
While pet ownership offers tremendous rewards for individuals and entire families, owning and caring for a pet goes well beyond the joys of a game of fetch, a cozy cat in your lap or the overall companionship that our four-legged friends can bring.
Pet owners must also prepare for and understand the costs associated with quality veterinary care for their pets including, at some point, the expenses of the unexpected.
SUMMER VACATION PLANS INCLUDE A TRIP WITH YOUR PET? A LITTLE PLANNING CAN MAKE FOR AN ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE.
Now at the height of the summer vacation season, many families are choosing to take their four-legged friends along for the annual family outing. However, traveling with a pet usually involves more than simply putting the dog or cat in the car and driving off to your destination. Here are some helpful hints for making your summer travel plans enjoyable for the entire family.
Common household items could harm your pet
May 15, 2008 – 9News (NBC) completed an interview and story on some of the most common household items that can create serious health threats to your pet. Deer Creek Animal Hospital Veterinarian Markee Kuschel was interviewed for this story which offers sound advice and precautions for pet owners.
Read the article: Here
Watch the video: Here
Alternative Medicine Becoming an Important Tool in Pet Health Care
Recent studies indicate that nearly 40 percent of U.S. households regularly turn to “alternative” treatments for everything from headaches to diabetes. And, that interest and behavior is carrying over into the use of complementary and alternative medical treatments for our pets as well...
Spring Brings Added Risks To Our Four-Legged Companions
While our four-legged companions are exposed to potential risks in our household every day, the spring season presents additional hazards that we all should consider as we begin our household chores over the next several weeks.
Pet Dental Health is important!
Your pet’s oral health is important to their overall health. A veterinary professional should examine your pet’s mouth annually to determine if any treatment is needed.
February is National Pet Dental Health Month and Deer Creek Animal Hospital wants to help you and your pet by offering…
- A free assessment of your pet’s oral health by one of our Certified Veterinary Technicians
- Brushing Demonstrations
- A gift of pet toothbrushes and toothpaste samples
- Information about various dental products and dental toys
