If your dog is experiencing knee pain because of a torn cruciate ligament (the equivalent of ACLs in humans), surgery may be your best bet for treatment. Here, our Beacon vets look at 3 surgery options for treating this very common knee injury in dogs.
Having your pup spayed or neutered prevents unwanted pregnancies and litters and also curbs undesirable behaviors. These procedures can even reduce the risk of certain diseases in your dog. Here, our Beacon vets walk you through what you need to know about having your puppy undergo one of these procedures.
If you notice that your cat has developed an ear hematoma, you might be wondering how to help. Today, our Beacon vet team talks about the causes of aural hematomas in cats, symptoms, and treatment options.
At The Beacon Veterinary Associates, our vets see fewer cases of heatstroke in cats than in dogs, nonetheless, it does happen. Here we share some of the symptoms of heatstroke in cats, and what you should do if you think your cat is suffering from heatstroke.
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.
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.
