You don’t want your cat to suffer in silence, but the reality is that cats are quite skilled at hiding pain, as exhibiting illness signs would cause predators in the wild to view them as being vulnerable. Arthritis impacts 60% of cats older than age 6, and 90% of cats older than age 10. Although [...]
Your pet fills your life with joy, unconditional love, and entertaining moments. In turn, your responsibility is to ensure that your four-legged friend’s world is equally full: enriched, stimulating, and enjoyable. As a pet owner, you are likely familiar with the term enrichment, which pet toy marketers bandy about as a way to sell expensive [...]
If your cat is sneezing, has runny eyes, and nasal discharge, they may be suffering from a feline respiratory infection, a condition that affects nearly all cats at some point in their life. While these infections are often relatively mild and clear up on their own, some can cause severe illness, and your feline friend [...]
Hunting season is in full swing, and whether you plan to hunt with your dog or you live in an area that hunters frequent, learn how to keep your pet out of harm’s way. Read our Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team’s tips to keep your four-legged friend safe during hunting season. #1: Keep your pet [...]
Like people, pets can suffer from various eye health issues that impact their vision and how they navigate their world. Diagnosing eye problems early can help your pet feel better sooner and, more importantly, can decrease their likelihood of permanent eye damage. Our team at Creature Comforts Veterinary Service shares five common eye diseases to [...]
Welcoming a pet into your home can give your family immeasurable joy and loyal companionship. However, a pet is a long-term commitment and requires careful consideration and preparation. If you are considering a new pet, the Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team wants you to answer the following questions, which will guide your decision-making and help [...]
Keeping your fickle feline hydrated is often a challenge. Cats have a reputation as low-water drinkers, primarily because of their evolution. As desert dwellers, their ancestors got most of their moisture from prey, and many domestic cats still today do not have a strong natural drive to drink water. Yet, your feline friend must be [...]
Giardia is one of the most common parasites that affect dogs, and while most pet owners have heard of the condition, some are still confused about transmission, treatment, and prevention. Our Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team dispels common myths about Giardia in dogs. Myth #1: Only dogs who drink contaminated water can get Giardia Fact: [...]
As a doting dog owner, you are tuned into subtle changes in your best friend’s appearance and behavior. When your furry pal exhibits discomfort signs, such as limping, you likely become concerned. Limping or lameness indicates that a pet is in pain, and this sign is one of the most common reasons dog owners seek [...]
Exotic animals are alluring, and their unique features and behaviors make them fascinating companions. However, caring for exotic pets requires you to have specialized knowledge so you can appropriately tend to their unique needs. Our American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)-accredited Creature Comforts Veterinary Service team is proud to provide 24-hour veterinary care for birds, reptiles, [...]
