In honor of Pet Dental Month, this post is the second in our series that addresses common dental myths. Myth #2- A little tartar really isn’t a big deal and doesn’t cause problems. Think about this for a minute. Do … Continue reading
Do you know what the most commonly diagnosed disease is in pets? Diabetes? Heart murmurs? Diarrhea? Kennel cough? Nope, none of those. It’s dental disease! Tartar, gingivitis, and periodontal disease have a much higher incidence rate than any other disease … Continue reading
Each month, hundreds of pet owners use Banfield’s online Ask-a-Vet feature to request information or address a concern about their pet’s health. Today, we thought we’d share one recent question on a topic that comes up frequently – worms. Question: … Continue reading
What exactly does it mean to be a responsible pet owner? I think everyone can agree that it is the responsibility of the owner to make sure that their pet has all that they need to live a healthy and … Continue reading
This time of the year is full of joy and celebration for people, with parties, decorations, and vistors galore. Unfortunately the very things that make us happiest during the holiday season can also bring sadness as the pets end up … Continue reading
Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning your holiday festivities: Holiday lights – Don’t forget electric cords connected to lights are a tempting chew-toy for any kitten or puppy. Please secure or cover them to prevent … Continue reading
“Together, for the life of your pet” is a statement that I have always taken to heart, long before I ever started working for Banfield or before it even became Banfield’s mission statement. I have always strongly believed that when … Continue reading
There is a disturbing trend in veterinary medicine. The number of visits by feline patients has been steadily decreasing for several years. Much of this has to do with a trend in increasing duration of vaccines, especially in cats, as … Continue reading
We’re all familiar with Ben Franklin’s famous adage “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It’s simple, catchy and has survived for well over 200 years. I think that one of the main reasons for its continual … Continue reading
Did you know that pets can have parasites that can be passed from your pet to your human family? Disgusting as it sounds, this is true. These types of parasites are called zoonotic. Ticks and roundworms are examples of zoonotic … Continue reading