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What is “Viral Testing” for my Cat?
Kathryn Sarpong, DVM DABVP Your veterinarian may have recommended viral testing for your kitten or cat. There are many viruses that infect cats, but “viral testing” usually refers to a blood test that looks for feline leukemia virus (FeLV), and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). These viruses can be deadly and are contagious from contact with…
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What To Do with Your New Puppy
Commitment – Involve all family members in the care of your new puppy. Consider assignments for feeding, bathing, walking, etc. Caring for a puppy is huge responsibility and everyone should be involved. Puppies require a lot of attention and love. Equipment – Make sure that your puppy has all the necessary equipment to be safe…
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What is Separation Anxiety in Dogs?
By Dr. Kathryn Sarpong, DVM Some dogs with too much unused energy and a highly developed bond to their families can develop destructive tendencies or excessive barking when left alone. This can include destroying items in the house, scratching at doors or windows, destroying blinds, barking continuously, or having accidents in the house. Certain breeds…
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Where Do Heartworms Come From?
By Dr. Kathryn Sarpong, DVM Where do heartworms come from? Heartworms are spread by mosquitoes. When a mosquito feeds on an animal, larval forms of heartworms are injected into the animal. Can my pet catch heartworms from another heartworm positive animal? Not directly. The life cycle of the heartworm parasite requires that it pass through…
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Why Microchip?
It doesn’t take more than a second – a door left open while you bring in the groceries, a child running through the gate leaving it unlatched, or a neighbor at your door – and your pet is gone. Some pets don’t get far, others do find their way home, but for the millions of…
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Will That Dog Bite?
by Dr. Kathryn Sarpong, DVM Dog bites are a concern for dog owners, parents of young children, and anyone that comes into contact with dogs. According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 4 million people are bitten by dogs each year and more than 30,000 people may require surgery for bite wounds. Most…
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