Is your cat looking a little “fluffier,” or your dog feeling a little squishier? If so, they are not alone—pet obesity is becoming a nationwide epidemic. More than 56% of dogs and 60% of cats are overweight, according to a 2018 survey conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. A combination of factors, such [...]
Leptospirosis is a dangerous, life-threatening disease, yet a vaccination for it is not part of the core vaccines every dog routinely receives. Whether your dog should be vaccinated depends on their lifestyle and risk factors. For example, dogs who go camping and hiking should clearly be protected; however, dogs who rarely step foot outside probably [...]
To you, July Fourth means fun, food, and fireworks. To your pet, July Fourth means bustle, bother, and booms. Your pet can find the large crowds and loud, sudden noises frightening and extremely stressful. Our team at Palmer Veterinary Clinic wants to recommend tips that will help keep your pet calm and out of harm’s [...]
Advances in veterinary medicine and nutrition, combined with owners taking advantage of preventive care, has resulted in pets living longer, healthier lives. Geriatric pets commonly confront debilitating diseases, such as chronic kidney disease, congestive heart failure, and cancer, which can negatively impact their quality of life in their later years. Our team at Palmer Veterinary [...]
One of the most common complaints of pet owners is that their cat is missing their litter box. Whether they’re urinating right next to the box, or on a favorite sweater or blanket, inappropriate elimination is a frustrating condition that can be challenging to remedy. Instead of becoming irritated when you discover a new puddle [...]
You likely know how miserable spring allergy season can be, with your nonstop sneezing, congestion, and itchy, watery eyes. But, did you know that allergies to pollen, mold, dust mites, fleas, and more can make your pet equally uncomfortable? Like people, pets can suffer from a variety of allergies that can crop up seasonally or [...]
Advances in veterinary medicine and overall pet care mean your four-legged companions are living longer, healthier lives. At the same time, as pets approach their senior years, they often show age-related changes, such as slowing down, decreasing energy, changing behavior, or decreasing organ function. Cognitive dysfunction is a common syndrome in aging pets, and our [...]
Many people add health supplements to their daily regimen to support their health, whether to increase their brain function or improve their joint mobility. Many pet owners also want to go the extra mile to support their four-legged friends’ health. In 2019, more than 26% of dog owners and 13% of cat owners regularly gave [...]
Some pain is inevitable in life, but when it becomes constant, it’s time to kick it to the curb. Pain medication is usually helpful, but now cold laser therapy, a new cutting edge treatment, is available for pets coping with arthritis, wounds, and the post-surgery healing process. Cold laser therapy is an FDA-approved modality that [...]
Once upon a time, you thought your cat was a simple creature. However, the more you watch, the odder they seem. Why does my cat do that, you wonder? Cats, like people, all have their own personal idiosyncrasies. But, some are unique to felines. Let our Palmer Veterinary Clinic team demystify some common, though odd, [...]