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Keeping Your Pet’s Ears Clean and Healthy
Written by: Kristi ValentiniHearing is one of the most important senses your pet depends on in his daily life. Ear infections are a relatively common problem in dogs and cats. The condition is medically referred to as otitis externa, and it is estimated that up to 20 percent of the dog population is affected. If left untreated, the [...]
Canine Flu Season: What you should know
Written by: Kristi ValentiniAs the air cools and autumn approaches, the flu season is also right around the corner—not just for you, but for your pets as well. Canine flu is an airborne disease, much like kennel cough, and is spread from dog to dog.
Dogs can now get an annual flu shot just like their human companions. The [...]
Itching, Rashes & Licking, Oh My!
Written by: Kristi ValentiniWhen Maggie, a 3-year-old Cocker Spaniel, came in to see the doctor her paws were licked raw, her ears were reddened inside, and she had an annoying habit of shaking her head around every few minutes. At first, her owners thought her obsessive-compulsive licking was a personality quirk, until they couldn’t get her to stop. [...]
Rock Around for Pets Raises $55,000 for Bay-Area Pets
Written by: Joanne LynchTampa, FL, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011 – More than 225 pet lovers went back in time to create a brighter future for Tampa Bay families whose cherished pets need life-saving veterinary care. Rock Around for Pets, a 1950s-themed charity event, raised a net total of about $55,000 to [...]
Cat Survives 20-story Fall in New York City
Written by: Kristi ValentiniThe owners of one lucky Upper West Side cat were talking about nine lives after he survived a 20-floor fall from a high-rise building and ended up in our New York City hospital. Dr. Laura Gibeon, in our ER Service, helped the kitty get back on his feet again. Read the full story…
Easter Lilies: Fatal Attraction!!
Written by: Bluepearl AdminEaster lilies are a common fixture in households across the country this time of year.
What many people are unaware of is the risk that these gorgeous flowers hold for curious household cats. Many members of the Lily family are toxic to cats, and ingestion of very small amounts of the plant can lead to signs [...]
Joining the Mobile Heart Health Unit
Written by: BluePearl Veterinary Partners Mobile Heart Health Unit
Most pet owners don’t know that heart disease is as common in dogs as it is in people. In fact, as many as 60 percent of dogs suffer from heart disease.
Veterinarians from our hospital in Kansas City, Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, will join the Mobile Heart Health Unit this Sunday at [...]
Pet Fire Safety Day
Written by: BluePearl Veterinary PartnersToday is Pet Fire Safety Day, which means it’s a good time to start thinking about how you can take steps to prevent your pets from accidentally starting a fire and to keep them safe in case of a fire. Pets are naturally curious and this can lead to accidents. By taking certain safety measures [...]
Be Cool Get Fit
Written by: Bluepearl AdminRehabilitation and conditioning for pets – called physical therapy for people – is relatively new in veterinary medicine. Veterinarians who have been specially trained in this field have extensive knowledge and technology to help pets relieve pain, build muscle and maintain mobility.
Rehab is most often thought of as aiding a pet in recovery from post-surgery [...]
Panic-Free Fourth of July Weekend for Pets
Written by: BluePearl Veterinary PartnersFourth of July weekend means many of us will be making preparations to celebrate with outdoor activities such as grilling and watching a fireworks show. Pet owners need to keep their pets in mind while preparing for this weekend’s festivities.
Our emergency veterinarians who work during the holiday weekend have some important tips for you to [...]
