Summer Cat Care
The last few weeks we have focused our summer series on our canine family members. This week we are going to discuss some tips to keep your feline friends safe this summer. Some people, due to space limitations or personal preference, choose to keep their cat outdoors or even have cats that are both indoor and outdoor. Special considerations need to be discussed in these cats that roam the wild outdoors. It is a good idea to provide a safe and comfortable place for your cat to rest. A small cathouse equipped with easy escape is...
Read MoreVacation With Pets: Should They Stay or Should They Go?
Summer is in full swing at Ash Veterinary Clinic and Emergency Center. We receive many calls concerning pets and vacation. Some owners are concerned about possible risks of taking their pets with them, while others are concerned about leaving their pets at home or in the care of someone else. So we are going to continue our “Summer Pet Series” discussing the safest and healthiest place for your pets when the family is on vacation. The choice to take or leave your pet certainly depends on where...
Read MoreSun Safety
Summer is such an exciting and fun season for everyone including our loved furry family members. It is the time of the year to let loose, run, play, and enjoy the beautiful weather. A couple weeks ago we discussed safety when swimming and this week we will tackle safety in the sun for everyone. The first and most common hazard for our pets is the very thing that makes the summer days exciting. It is the sun! The sun can be very dangerous for many reasons. One of the most common hazards is...
Read MoreJune is “Adopt a Shelter Cat” Month
Did you know that because kittens are so very appealing, adult cats have the lowest adoption rate at many shelters? It is a tragedy for the cats, of course, but it is also unfortunate for many people who do not realize that an adult cat may, in many cases, be a better choice than a kitten. You know what you are getting with a grown cat — activity level, sociability and health. Given time in a loving environment, a grown cat forms just as tight of a bond with his new people as any kitten can. So how do you choose?...
Read MoreEaster Pet Hazards
Now that spring is here and the weather has finally taken a turn for warmer days, everyone is looking forward to getting out of the house. With colorful decorations for Easter livening up the scenery, spring is a great time to take an inventory of potential pet hazards. Here are a few quick tips from Ash Veterinary Clinic and Emergency Center on what to watch out for this spring. For some pets, Easter grass is simply irresistible. It moves easily in the breeze, makes interesting sounds and feels good on...
Read MoreBad Breath In Pets, Is There Any Hope?
When animals come in to Ash Veterinary Clinic and Emergency Center for a dental cleaning, one of the toughest topics to discuss with owners is teeth extractions. Your pet may need a tooth extraction when the tooth is badly decayed, mobile or when there is a serious infection affecting the tooth. Contrary to most owners’ beliefs, pets can function and eat quite well with missing, rotting and painful teeth. Since February is National Pet Dental Month, we want to make every pet owner aware of what a professional teeth cleaning...
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