Thankful!
Thanksgiving has to be one of my favorite holidays of the year. This is the day when we get to spend time with our family, friends, pets, and sometimes family and friend’s pets too. This is a time when we get to eat, without restrictions, pretty much anything and everything we want, and go back for seconds and thirds. This is also a time when our pets have to make friends with many strange people and their pets in some cases. Lastly, this a favorite of many pets too because they purposely or inadvertently...
Read MoreHow well do you know your cat?
Test Your Cat Knowledge! Cats have been known to be mysterious creatures, but sometimes their mysteries are not so hard to figure out. How well do you know cats? Check out your knowledge on cats with these quick questions. You can find the answers toward the end. No fair asking your cat for answers! 1. When did the first domestic cat turn up in history? a) 600 years ago b) 2500 years ago c) 7000 years ago d) 15000 years ago 2. Which of these is not a reason why cats claw things? a) To keep claws sharp and help...
Read MoreBarking Up the Wrong Tree?
Last week in our article, we covered the different reasons why dogs bark. This week, we are going to focus on how to prevent your dog from barking. Here at Ash Veterinary Clinic we believe that your dog should not be silent; however, they should know when the appropriate time is to bark. By following a few suggestions, your dog can learn when barking is appropriate. When you are with your dog, the most effective way to handle problem barking is by using the “come-when-called” behavior. This training may save your dog’s life in...
Read MoreWhy Does Your Dog Bark?
Unfortunately (and fortunately at the same time) dogs bark! Sometimes we consider barking a benefit when the dog alerts to danger or intruders in the home. Too often the barking becomes excessive and can cost dogs their homes or even their life. We at Ash Veterinary Clinic want you to know that there are different reasons why your dog barks so there is no one set solution. Solutions to barking problems come from how you manage and train your dog. The earlier you change the barking behavior, the better chance you have to prevent...
Read MoreInterpreting Signs of Feline Aggression
Are you aware that a cat bite can land you in the burn unit of your hospital? It absolutely can! This happened to Dr. Broschay from Ash Veterinary Clinic when she spent 7 days in the burn unit of the hospital trying to save her hand after an average cat bite. A cat bite is one of the worst animal bites to get. They have hearty bacteria in their mouths, so it is one you want to avoid. Cats can be aggressive and bite for many different reasons. We at Ash Veterinary Clinic want to educate you so you can watch for signals of...
Read MoreForgetting Our Feline Friends
Cats, cats and more cats! Why is it that cats make up the majority of household pet in America, but dogs are the most seen patients at veterinary clinics? Many people have the misconception that cats can take care of themselves, but the cats rely on us for more than just food, water and shelter. Their emotional and physical needs are just as important. Many people consider their cats as a member of the family. Some go as far as to call them their “furry children.” In our area, however, we do have cats that are strictly barn...
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