Some pet owners believe their cat’s life will not be fulfilling if they cannot roam outdoors. But consider the hazards a free-roaming cat can encounter—getting hit by a car, contracting infectious disease, being attacked by predators, fighting with other cats, getting lost. Cats have more to gain by living indoors—namely, a longer, healthier life. Our [...]
Apps make our lives easier every day—to have dinner delivered to your door, or to schedule a ride to the airport. Now, the PetDesk app is available for all your pet’s veterinary needs—to verify your pet’s veterinary care history, or to schedule their veterinary appointments—any time of day. Our PetDesk pet care app is available [...]
While your pet loves sharing the bed with you each night, you might wish they were less generous when sharing infectious diseases—parasites, bacteria, and viruses—that can cause you serious adverse health conditions. To limit infectious disease exposure—your pet’s and yours—ensure their preventive care treatments are current. Our Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team describes some of [...]
When your holiday celebrations go awry, you are most thankful that an emergency veterinarian is available to care for your pet. Our Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team is here around the clock on weekends and holidays, although we hope you and your furry pal can celebrate safely at home rather than visiting our emergency department. [...]
Many people believe arthritis is a condition only senior pets develop. However, pets of any age can develop this degenerative disease. To help maintain your pet’s mobility, learn how to slow this debilitating condition’s progress, and soothe your pet’s aching joints. Our Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team answers your questions about cats’ and dogs’ arthritis [...]
Many adverse health conditions can cause pets to cough. Only your veterinarian can determine whether your pet’s cough is serious, and requires immediate treatment to ensure they can breathe properly. Read our Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team’s seven most common causes for coughing in pets. #1: Heart disease in pets Heart disease commonly causes coughing, [...]
Our pets are our confidants, counselors, emotional supporters, entertainers, and best friends, showing us unconditional love, and making our lives better. In addition, our pets are family, and we go to great lengths to ensure they receive the care they need to live long, happy, healthy lives. Veterinary services—spay and neuter procedures, vaccinations, routine wellness [...]
Adding a puppy to your life brings many joys, but also many important decisions—from choosing the most appropriate food to following the most effective potty training strategy. Raising a puppy is a lot of work, and the time you invest now sets their behavioral foundation, especially when you give them plenty of socialization opportunities. When [...]
When the autumn leaves begin to fall, and a chill is in the air, Halloween is on its way, and pet owners must prepare for the day. Humans don costumes and decorate with delight, but all the festivities can cause pets quite a fright. Candy, costumes, and strangers at the door, pose a pet safety [...]
You may have considered purchasing insurance to offset your pet’s veterinary service costs, and to ensure you have a financial safety net if your pet requires emergency care. Pet insurance reimburses you for certain veterinary expenses after you have met an initial deductible. You may be unsure whether pet insurance is financially beneficial, so our [...]