When you adopt… There are many things to consider when adopting a new pet, especially if you have other animals. Incorporating a new pet into your family comes with a lot of considerations, such as your budget and the time the family has to devote to a new pet. Another important consideration is how a […]
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Braces for Dogs
Most humans spend a year or two with braces. Does your pooch need them too? Being a pet owner, I know that dog dental hygiene is very important. However, I did not realize just how important it was until I saw a news article covering a dog getting, well, braces! Dogs can also have crowns […]
Keep calm and play laser tag
Ok, that is very misleading. I don’t really want to talk about Laser tag or the laser dot you use to make your cat spin until he falls down. Come on. Admit it. You do it. I want to talk about Laser therapy. What is Laser Therapy? Simply put, it is the use of specific […]
After a certain point, its OK to lie about your age
Senior dogs. Senior cats. Anyone who has had the pleasure to live with a dog or a cat has probably experienced the senior years. Most dogs are considered senior at 8 human years, and cats at 10 years. Larger dogs also age at a faster rate than smaller dogs. A 7 pound chihuahua at 10 […]
Albert’s Anecdotes-The Trampling of Cats
My name is Albert. I am a cat. A rather handsome cat. I live at Hanover Veterinary Hospital. I would like to speak to you today on the subject of trampling. Cat trampling, to be exact. There are many ways for a cat to be trampled at a veterinary hospital, which I was not aware […]
Running Fearlessly into… Becoming a Fear Free Animal Hospital
Well, not really running, more like baby steps. But there is a change happening in the veterinary industry. It’s called Fear Free. Hanover Veterinary Hospital is the first Fear Free Certified Practice in Cedar Lake and Northwest Indiana. What does this mean? That we must nurture the pet’s mind as well as the body. Every day […]
Cats and Christmas Trees
Cats attacking Christmas trees during the holiday season is a big problem! Learn how to keep your tree safe from pets until Santa arrives. With Christmas around the corner, many households have set up the much beloved Christmas tree. However, keeping it up and fully decorated can sometimes be difficult when there is a feline […]
Pet Gifts
Santa doesn’t just visit all the little boys and girls. He also visits their furry friends and hands out pet gifts! I don’t know how it happens, but every Christmas seems to come up on the horizon out of nowhere. Before you know it, it’s already December and it’s time to start the holiday shopping. […]
My, What Shiny Teeth You Have
Photo by Rennett Stowe / CC BY When was the last time you brushed your pet’s teeth? As you may remember, keeping up with your animals dental hygiene was on the list of 2015 New Year’s resolutions ideas. For those out there who would prefer to take care of this at home rather than schedule […]
Do You Pay Enough Attention to Your Pets?
How much attention does your pet need? Do you have a pet, but are worried you aren’t spending enough time with it? Don’t fret, you’re not the only one! I live with a roommate and her cat, Mitzy. My roommate has been gone most of the summer, and she is usually only home for about an […]