Any injury or sudden change in health that befalls your pet can be stressful for you both. Most pets, however, experience at least a few sudden illnesses or injuries in their lifetime. Knowing whether your pet is experiencing an emergency or a problem that can wait is crucial, yet distinguishing between an emergency versus an [...]
Enjoying the comforts of home with your furry companion at your side can bring you great joy and security. Unfortunately, many household items that you use regularly are unsafe for your pet. Being a responsible pet owner means protecting your pet from accidents and injuries, but you may miss the dangers without awareness. Our Aberdeen [...]
Your dog or cat relies on their teeth for eating and playing. Unfortunately, periodontal disease can silently creep in, posing a significant threat to your pets' overall well-being. Veterinary researchers estimate that up to 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of periodontal disease by age 3. To learn how to ensure [...]
As a responsible pet owner, you prioritize your furry friend’s well-being through daily walks, a balanced diet, and regular veterinary checkups. However, one crucial pet care aspect that is often overlooked is dental health. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and our Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic team wants you to understand the importance of maintaining [...]
Cats are susceptible to viral infections that can impact their health. Some of these infections clear with or without treatment in a few days or weeks, while others linger in the body and cause lifelong problems. Cats with chronic viral diseases require extra care and attention, because their immune systems are compromised. Our Aberdeen Veterinary [...]
Like people, pets have ear canals lined with special glands that produce a waxy protective film and microscopic hairs that help flush wax and debris from the canal. However, unlike people’s ears, pets’ ears have varying shapes, some of which block adequate airflow into the canal and allow bacteria and fungi to thrive. As a [...]
Cats don’t have to pay the rent, drive in rush hour traffic, or decide what's for dinner, but that doesn’t mean they don’t suffer from stress. Stress is a naturally occurring state that occurs when animals have to make adaptive changes in their bodies or behavior to cope with internal or external environment changes. Much [...]
When planning everything you need to tackle for the holiday season, don’t forget to add pet safety preparation to your list. Holiday hazards abound during the end-of-year festivities and can cause significant harm to your unsuspecting pet. Make your pet holiday safety list and check it twice with the help of our Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic [...]
You naturally want to spoil your pet rotten this holiday season—and every other day—but a trip to the emergency veterinary hospital for a fractured tooth, gastrointestinal (GI) obstruction, pancreatitis, or other issue related to unsafe treats will spoil your holiday celebration. Before giving your dog a turkey drumstick, or filling your cat’s stocking with sweet [...]
No blessing is better than having a healthy, happy pet. Continue that trend throughout the holiday season and for years to come by preventing your furry pal from experiencing an emergency during the Thanksgiving festivities. Read our Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic team’s tips. #1: Keep your pet away from the Thanksgiving feast A Thanksgiving highlight—and hazard—is [...]