Diabetes in pets or simply pet diabetes is one of those diseases that tend to become “full blown” before we are aware there is a problem. This is a bad one when neglected, but if early diagnosis is made and treatment is started, pet diabetes can usually be controlled and the afflicted pet will be able…
Category: Cat Health
Pet First Aid Awareness Month in Broken Arrow
April is American Red Cross Pet First Aid Awareness Month. Take a minute to review pet first aid tips so you can care for your furry friend should an emergency occur. Feel free to contact your Broken Arrow Veterinarians at Village Vet Animal Clinic for more information on putting together a first aid kit for…
National Animal Poison Prevention Week 2021
National Animal Poison Prevention Week 2021 It’s not like in the movies. A person ingests vial of poison and almost instantly the results are fatal. According to Dr. Tina Wismer, Medical Director of the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, “you need to act fast if you suspect your pet has eaten a poisonous substance, however,…
Pet Dental Health Care Questions
Your Questions About Pet Dental Health Care Do you have any questions about your pet dental health care? Let your Broken Arrow veterinarian answer all your questions. *Where does my pet’s bad breath come from? Bacteria in the mouth, which is where plaque and tartar come from, emit gases and chemical compounds that make a…
Pet Wellness Exams Protect Your Family And Pets
Secure Your Household And Pets Against Shared Threats There are numerous ways that having a pet can support your health. Animals offer emotional support, help people exercise and aid the disabled. That is why pet wellness should be taken into utmost importance. On the other hand, family pets (and other animals) can also spread diseases to…
(FIV) or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus in Cats
A disease that all cat owners in Broken Arrow should be concerned with is Feline immunodeficiency virus or FIV. It is sometimes incorrectly referred to as Feline AIDS. The complex retrovirus found in domestic cats is an infectious disease known as feline immunodeficiency virus or FIV for short. When the body has the inability to…
Top 7 Pet Health Care Tips for Dogs and Cats
Keep your dogs and cats healthy and happy by following these pet health care tips that your veterinarians want you to know. Pet Health Care Tips Every Pet Owners Should Know 1. See your veterinarian every year for a pet exam. – Just as annual physical exams are recommended for humans, they are recommended for our…