While we are normally concerned with our dogs becoming overweight, some old dogs begin losing weight and muscle mass. Here, Our Beacon vets discuss weight loss in a senior dog and when you should be concerned.
There may be times when your cat has experienced dental damage or decay that is beyond repair and needs to be addressed immediately. Here, our Beacon vets discuss the reasons that your cat may need a tooth removed and what you can expect if they require tooth extraction surgery.
You've just found out that your dog or cat needs an ultrasound. So, what exactly is an ultrasound and how can it help your pet? Our Beacon veterinarians explain how ultrasound scans are performed on pets in our in-house veterinary diagnostic lab.
Bordetella bronchiseptica in cats is a bacterium that can cause an upper respiratory illness. It is mostly a concern in environments where cats are maintained in large groupings, such as rescue shelters and some breeding houses. Antibiotics may successfully cure infections, and an effective vaccination is available in many areas. Today, our Beacon vets discuss cat bordetella and what you can do to spot and stop it.
Hookworms cause gastrointestinal upset in otherwise healthy adult dogs but can be fatal for puppies. Today, our Beacon vets share facts about hookworms in dogs and how these problematic parasites can be treated or prevented.
Dogs drool is a normal part of life for some breeds of dog, but what do you do if there's a lot of slobber on your pet's face? Is it cause for concern? Today, our Beacon vets discuss drooling in dogs and when you should be concerned.
In this post, our Beacon vets will discuss ECGs for dogs and cats, when your vet will order one as well as how to understand your pet's results so you can make the best decisions regarding their health care.
It is alarming to see that our canine companions clearly aren't feeling great, which makes it stressful when your dog has unexplained diarrhea. Today, our Beacon vets explain some common causes of diarrhea, what to do if your dog's stool is bloody, and when it's time to head to the vet.
At The Beacon Veterinary Associates, we believe strongly in educating our clients so they can be the best possible pet owners. So today, our Beacon vets will discuss urinalysis for dogs and cats, as well as how to understand your pet's urinalysis results so you can make the best decisions regarding their medical care.
Our Beacon veterinarians define heatstroke in dogs and offer a list of symptoms to look out for as the temperature rises. We also discuss how to prevent heatstroke in dogs and what to do if you suspect your dog is suffering from this dangerous condition.
Our vets at The Beacon Veterinary Associates are now accepting new patients! Our experienced team of veterinary professionals are passionate about giving the cats and dogs of Beacon the health care they need. Contact us today to schedule your pet's first appointment.
