Crash! Boom! Whether a thunder clap or an exploding firework, sudden noises can make anyone jump. But, some dogs and cats experience intense distress and fear when they hear a loud sound—a condition that can put them at risk for dangerous behavior and negatively affect their quality of life. If your pet shakes during a [...]
When your furry pal gives you a big smooch on the lips, you likely think nothing of it, and simply wipe away the slobber. But, those sloppy kisses can contain intestinal parasites that commonly affect cats and dogs, and can be transmitted to other pets—and their owners—through the fecal-oral route (i.e., when ingestion of contaminated [...]
Sharing is caring is not always the best concept to follow, especially when it comes to zoonotic diseases and your pet. Zoonotic diseases are those that can be transmitted from animals to people, and more illnesses are zoonotic than you might think. The most common zoonotic disease that comes to mind is rabies, but your [...]
As you leave your pet alone for the day while you head to work, you want to ensure they’re entertained while you’re gone, so you provide a stockpile of chew toys. However, your furry pal’s treasure trove of toys may have hidden dangers, as many chew toys aren’t as safe as you’d think. Before loading [...]
When people think of diseases that ticks commonly transmit, Lyme disease most often springs to mind. Here in Louisiana, we don’t see much Lyme disease—it’s more common in the northeast and midwest portions of the country—but at University Veterinary Hospital, we diagnose several other tick-borne illnesses in pets that cause as much trouble. To keep [...]
Great tips from your Family at UVHvets Hard to believe Thanksgiving is less than a week away! Soon dogs across the country will be positioning themselves underneath the dinner table waiting for a scrap of the Thanksgiving feast. But beware – table scraps and extra treats can add up quickly—just a 5 oz [...]
CBD in Veterinary Medicine CBD: Center for Biological Diversity CBD: Common Bile Duct CBD: Central Business District C...B...D: Cannabidiol! Let’s face it, that’s the only CBD that anyone cares about these days, right? Unless you have been living under a rock, you have heard about CBD being used by grandmothers, young adults, baby boomers, and [...]
Essential Oils and Cats Don’t Always Mix! The popularity of health products that can be used in the home has exploded in the last decade. Products such as essential oils and aromatherapy products are being used much more in households throughout the world. While these products may be safe and useful in improving the [...]
The days are longer, the kids are out of school, and you are eager to get out and enjoy the summer with your two and four-legged friends. But before you break out the running shoes and head into the heat with your pet, consider some crucial safety information. Help prevent a heat-related injury with the [...]
Does your child add a puppy or kitten to every wish list? Kids and pets are a natural match, and you may have decided to make your child’s dreams come true and welcome a new furry friend into your home. Pets teach children many things: responsible pet ownership, compassion, proper handling, nurturing, and the cycle [...]