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Guinea pigs are becoming very popular pets, and with good reason: they’re adorable, gentle, and lots of fun. Cavies don’t need a lot of daily care, but they will need regular baths. A Covington, GA vet discusses bathing these little furballs below. Supplies It’s best to have everything that you will need ready and waiting before you begin. For shampoo, you can use Guinea pig shampoo or an unscented, unmedicated kitten shampoo. You’ll also need … Read More
Summer isn’t far off now! Lots of people enjoy cooling off with a dip on hot days. Many of our canine pals also enjoy swimming. Just be sure to put safety first! A Covington, GA vet discusses taking Fido swimming in this article. Swim Lessons Not all dogs are natural swimmers. Even learning the doggy paddle is a struggle for some pups! If Fido doesn’t know how to swim, take time to teach him. Gently … Read More
August 22nd is a day that is near and dear to our hearts: it’s Take Your Cat To The Vet Day! We love cats, and are completely dedicated to keeping them happy and healthy. And, while most of our feline pals would probably rather nap than visit us, they all look and feel better with regular veterinary care. Read on as a local Covington, GA vet discusses taking Fluffy to the vet. Fluffy’s Veterinary Care … Read More
Is your dog in or near his senior years? Older pooches are just as cute as puppies, and have a sweet temperament that is truly a joy. However, Fido will have slightly different needs as a senior than he did as a puppy. Here, a Covington, GA vet discusses keeping an older dog healthy. Suitable Exercise Fido will slow down as he ages. You definitely don’t want to overexert him. However, you don’t want to … Read More
The holiday season is officially here! As your calendar fills with seasonal events, your cat may also be making some plans. In this article, a Conyers, GA vet discusses Fluffy’s holiday agenda. Climb The Tree Climbing the tree is one of Fluffy’s favorite holiday traditions! However, it can also be a bit dangerous. Keep your pet in mind as you put up your tree. Hang only sturdy, non-breakable items on the lower branches, things that … Read More
Summer is going by much too quickly! Dogs often love fun summer activities, and are also quite fond of just relaxing in the sun. Actually, this is a great time of year to spend some quality time with your canine companion. Read on a Conyers, GA lists some things to add to your to-do list. Splash Around Does your pooch enjoy swimming? If so, bring Fido to a dog-friendly beach or pool, and let him … Read More
Did you know that there’s a not-so-cute kitty holiday coming up? April 27th is Hairball Awareness Day. Hairballs form when cats inevitably swallow their own fur when grooming themselves. The result, as you probably know, is not pretty. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the amount of hairballs Fluffy produces. A local Conyers, GA vet lists some ways to reduce or eliminate hairballs in this article. Brush Your Cat Brushing Fluffy is a great way … Read More
With the holidays in full swing, many of us are busy cooking, shopping, and decorating. As you work on your to-do lists, don’t forget about your feline friend! Fluffy definitely deserves a special something. If you’re a crafty type, or want to save some money, you may want to make your pet’s gifts. Here, a Conyers, GA vet lists some great DIY presents for kitties. Beds As far as Fluffy is concerned, there’s just no … Read More
Everyone knows that having your pet spayed or neutered is an effective way to prevent an unplanned litter of puppies or kittens. Did you also know, though, that it offers much more? Here, your Conyers, GA vet tells you about the importance of having your pet spayed or neutered. Improved Health The risk of genital cancer is virtually eliminated in both male and female pets who have been spayed or neutered. Other cancer types—breast cancer, … Read More
Technology has been growing rapidly over the last few decades. Those of us in the veterinary industry have also gained some wonderful tools and some amazing new ways to help our furry patients feel better. One treatment that has shown some wonderful results is cold laser therapy. A Conyers, GA vet discusses cold laser therapy below. What Is Cold Laser Therapy? To put it in layman’s terms, cold therapy—which is sometimes called low-level laser therapy—uses … Read More