Be Well Pet Club
Have you ever wanted to break up the cost of your pet care? Have you ever wanted to do more for your pet but you were not sure if you could?
Pet Health & Wellness
Wellness exams, vaccines, nutrition and the everyday health questions our Parma veterinarians answer most often.
Vets Discover Bizarre Objects In Dogs’ and Cats’ Stomachs
Local veterinarians recommend bringing pets in for a routine checkup at least once annually, and — somehow — most dog owners end up at the vet an average…
Is It Dangerous To Sleep Next To Your Pet?
It’s safe to say that U.S. households own a lot of pets. According to the American Veterinary Medical Associaton (AVMA), there are an average of 2.1 cats…
Why should I come in for an exam twice a year?
The physical exam is the most important aspect of your pet’s veterinary visit. Many people bring their pet to the vet’s for vaccines, illness or medication.
First Aid
Bite Wounds Approach the pet carefully to avoid getting bitten. Muzzle the animal, but do not make breathing difficult. Clean the wound with large amounts…
Giving Subcutaneous fluids
Hang the bag on a hook of some kind. Place the needle on the extension set of the IV bag. Take the cover off the needle. Tent the skin.
I’m sick; can my dog or cat catch it?
Human colds are usually caused by a type of Rhinovirus that only affect people. Respiratory infections between people and our pets is extremely rare and not…
Prolonged Treatment of an Ill Pet
If your pet has a disease that requires extensive, prolonged treatment, the complexities of the illness and the required treatment should be discussed with…
Quality of Life
As our pets age, it can be difficult to determine if quality of life is acceptable, and when is the appropriate time for euthanasia.
Toxic Plants
Toxic plants reported in small exotic mammals include: Aloe vera Japanese show lily ( Lilium sp.) Amanita mushrooms Jerusalem cherry ( Solanum…
What lab work tells us about your pet
Through laboratory tests, we are able to tell what is happening inside your pet. Some tests are run simply to understand the health status of your “healthy”…
At what age should I have my pet spayed or neutered?
When is the best time to have the surgery done? Spaying and Neutering is best done when your pet is about 4-6 months of age. The first heat cycle in females…
