Feline resorptive lesions (FRLs), also known as feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORLs), are a common and painful dental condition that affects 40% of adult cats. Understanding this condition is crucial so you can ensure your whiskered friend receives the appropriate care and maintains good oral health. Our Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic team explains feline resorptive lesions, [...]
Is giving your pet their medication akin to a pro wrestling match? Do they spit pills out as soon as you turn away? Medication resistance in pets is a common problem, but with the right approach, you can overcome that obstacle and successfully give your pet their medicine. Our Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic team offers some [...]
Losing a pet is like saying “Goodbye” to a cherished family member. The bond we share with our furry, feathered, or scaled companions transcends words, and their departure is a profound loss. Whether they've been with us for years or only a short while, their absence leaves an indelible mark on our hearts. As you [...]
As summer approaches and temperatures rise, pet owners must remember that their furry friend can feel the heat as much as they do. While enjoying the warm weather, pet owners need to take extra precautions to ensure their pets stay cool and safe. Our Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic team shares our top heat safety tips to [...]
You are not alone if you avoid taking your pet to their routine preventive veterinary checkups because they get so stressed. Pets are unfamiliar with a veterinary office's smells, sounds, and sights, and can become anxious, stressed, aggressive, or fearful. A stressed pet’s response to a vet appointment can make each subsequent visit increasingly difficult. [...]
Most pets love to be outdoors, especially during warm weather, and one thing that seems to attract them is digging in, lying on, or sniffing around the dirt. While dirt may seem harmless, it poses significant health risks to your pet. From parasite eggs and harmful bacteria to potentially dangerous fungal spores and viruses, the [...]
We love our pets, and there is nothing we wouldn’t do for them. However, they can’t tell us that they don’t feel well. Also, thanks to an age-old survival instinct, pets often hide signs of illness and discomfort. Therefore, pet owners must be able to recognize that their pet has a problem, the earlier the [...]
Pet owners know that skin conditions are among the most common reasons why they seek veterinary care. Watching their furry friends scratch, lick, and bite at their skin in discomfort can be heartbreaking, and frustrating. Pets’ skin conditions are the result of many different factors, and you must understand the underlying reasons to help your [...]
With a pet in your life, you rarely have a dull moment. Sometimes surprises, such as discovering a new hiking trail, can be fun, but an unexpected health issue threatening your pet’s well-being can be devastating. If your pet has an unexpected illness or injury, the last thing you want to worry about is how [...]
You love your pet and want to do what’s best for their health and well-being. The best way to keep your pet feeling their best is to prioritize preventive care throughout their life. Scheduling regular wellness exams for your pet at Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic can decrease their health risks, including the diseases we discuss here. [...]