South West Animal Health Centre and Associate Pet Hospital Newsletter Library
We love educating our clients, that’s why we have curated and shared posts filled with helpful information regarding pet care.
Newsletter Library
Ehrlichiosis: What You Should Be Looking For
Lyme disease isn't the only tick-borne illness that can sicken your pet. Erlichiosis may also make your furry friend miserable. Fortunately, antibiotic treatment can kill the bacteria responsible for the illness. What is Ehrlichiosis? Your dog may develop canine...
Creepy, Crawly Critters
There are many parasites we need be concerned about that can affect our pets. Ticks are one of the most common and frightful. Most people shudder just at the thought of a tick, let alone finding one on their pet or in their house. Unfortunately, the people who study...
Becoming a Service Dog: Training and Temperament Are Key Factors
Service dogs help thousands of disabled Americans become more independent. The first service dogs guided visually impaired people, but today, the dogs assist people who have a variety of disabilities, ranging from hearing loss to seizures to cerebral palsy. Before a...
How to Make Vet Visits a More Pleasant Experience for Your Pet
Does your normally docile, friendly pet turn into the Tasmanian Devil the moment you pull into the veterinarian's parking lot? It's not unusual for pets to feel a little stressed by a visit to the vet. When your dog or cat is anxious or behaves aggressively, a simple...
Should Your Dog Wear a Backpack?
Have you noticed more and more dogs wearing backpacks lately? More than just a fashion statement, backpacks offer the perfect place to stow water for a long walk and give working breeds a sense of purpose. Although backpacks can be a good choice for your pet, it's...
Managing Pet Allergies in Kids
Are you concerned that your child's allergies may mean that you will have to give up your pet? Although rehoming a pet may be necessary if allergies are severe, most children can live with pets if you are willing to make a few changes. The Problem About three in 10...
How to Tell A Pet’s Age from Its Teeth
Do you know your pet's age? If you adopted your furry friend, his or her age may be a mystery. Fortunately, a quick look in your pet's mouth can help you narrow down a general age range. Puppies and Kittens Incisors, the pointed teeth used to tear food into bite-size...
How to Treat Common Injuries in Your Dog
Common Injuries in Dogs Do you know what to do if your dog suffers an injury? These tips can help you care for your pet after an accident. Paw Injuries Paw injuries are particularly common in dogs. Hot pavement, broken glass, and chemicals can cause painful cuts or...
Wash Your Pet’s Dishes After Every Single Use
How often do you wash your pet's dishes? Be honest! Unless your answer is "after every single use", you aren't washing them enough. With that being said, we aren't here to be the "wash your pet's dish" police but we do want to keep them happy and healthy! Would you...
Wash Your Pet’s Dishes After Every Single Use, Seriously
How often do you wash your pet's dishes? Be honest! Unless your answer is "after every single use", you aren't washing them enough. With that being said, we aren't here to be the "wash your pet's dish" police but we do want to keep them happy and healthy! Would you...