Truth About Ticks
Tick populations are increasing and there are not just more of them. They are being found in more places than in the past. Milder winters; more white-tailed deer, which carry the bugs; and increasing development in formerly rural areas are among the factors in the ticks’ spread. Some people have never worried about ticks before, but now is a good time to talk to your veterinarian about their prevalence in your area or places you visit. Many tick species have moved out of their original habitats, carried...
Read MoreTreat Ear Infections Early!
Last week we touched on the importance of cleaning ears to prevent ear infections. Most people know that the common signs of an ear infection in your pet are head shaking and ear scratching. Do you know what can happen if an ear infection is not treated, though? If your pet has an ear infection that is not treated, they will continue to scratch at their ears and shake their head. Doing so can break blood vessels in the ear which can cause an aural (or ear) hematoma. A hematoma can happen in anywhere in the body....
Read MoreCleaning Ears Helps Prevent Infections
Last week, the topic of our article discussed trimming your pet’s toenails at home. This week, I will discuss another important part of at-home pet care. Cleaning your pet’s ears at home is not only vital to the successful treatment of ear infections, but it can also help prevent ear infections. Some breeds will need routine ear maintenance more often than others, depending on their lifestyle and the amount of wax their ears produce. Pets that enjoy water sports or frequent baths will need their ears cleaned...
Read MoreRabbit Care and Diet
RABBIT DIETS Most of my articles have focused on your canine and feline friends. Here at Ash Veterinary Clinic and Emergency Service, we know that rabbits are very popular pets, too. Rabbits make intelligent, friendly and quiet house pets. The average life span can be 7 to 10 years when they are well taken care of. The following information will help you enjoy a happy, healthy relationship with your furry friend. Obesity is a problem with rabbits that eat a diet too high in calories and that don’t get enough exercise. A...
Read MoreReptile Housing
Owning a reptile species for a pet can be fun, interesting, educational and a lot of work. Many pets that fall under this category require very specialized housing, food and care. The most common reptiles kept as pets in the United States are lizards and iguanas. Others include Bearded Dragons, chameleons and monitors. Obviously, snakes tend to be well-liked by mostly boys and young men, but don’t count out all of the girls. Many girls own and are knowledgeable about snakes. Topping the list as the most popular snake in the pet...
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