The early arrival of intense heat and humidity in the area has been a boon for bloodsucking ticks, dramatically increasing the chance of tick-borne illness in our dogs and cats. Taking steps for preventing and removing ticks is integral to reducing your pet’s risk of contracting a tick-borne disease. Routine inspection after outdoor play is Read the full article…
Here’s what pet owners should know about protecting pets from ticks. The prevalence of ticks in our area has increased dramatically due to the early heat and humidity. But you already knew that thanks to the numerous ticks you’ve been removing from your dog. The boom of the tick population increases the chance of tick-borne Read the full article…
Spring allergies are in full swing. Pollen is in the air, on our clothes, and coating our vehicles, and allergy sufferers far and wide are once again feeling the itchy, irritating effects. We frequently receive the same question from pet owners who are dealing with their own allergy issues at this time of year: Do Read the full article…
As pet lovers, we have the best of intentions when showering love upon every dog we greet. However, even the nicest of dogs can sometimes be caught off guard and react with an unexpected response. Here are tips for how to greet a dog. Safety First Always think of your safety first. Greeting a dog Read the full article…
Floppy, folded, upright, hooded, and more. There are many different kinds of dogs in the world, and many different kinds of dog ears. Caroline Wolff, a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) at Doylestown Veterinary Hospital & Holistic Pet Care, has seen – and treated – most of them during her 30 years of practice. While the Read the full article…
