Information on Fleas and Heartworm Prevention
Fleas – How To Keep Them Away Fleas are a parasite that feed on blood from dogs, cats, and even humans at times! Adult fleas living and feeding on your pet make up only 1% of the flea’s life cycle. The other 99% of the flea’s life time is spent as eggs, larvae, and pupae […]
New Puppy Checklist
Jefferson Animal Hospital has provided you with a checklist of things you will need when getting your new puppy! Crate Helps with potty training Gives puppy a safe place High quality puppy food Feed less Less stool Better overall health Chew toys Keeps human toys safe Prevents foreign body Surgeries Treats Help with training Leash […]
Obedience and Behavior Training
Obedience and Behavior Training Training is a very important factor to having a well mannered healthy pet. With proper training, you and your pet will have a happier relationship and build a stronger bond together. Whether you plan on training your pet to do therapy work, sniff out bombs, compete in agility, weight pull or […]
Fleas, Heartworm and your Puppy
Fleas are a parasite that feed on blood from dogs, cats, and even humans at times! Adult fleas living and feeding on your pet make up only 1% of the flea’s life cycle. The other 99% of the flea’s life time is spent as eggs, larvae, and pupae in your carpet, furniture, drapes, etc. Dogs […]
Puppy Vaccinations
Distemper: Distemper is a widespread, highly contagious virus that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, high fever, respiratory infections and seizures. It is about 90% fatal and survivors are usually impaired for life. Hepatitis: Infectious canine hepatitis (ICH) is a highly contagious viral disease affecting the liver and other organs. Symptoms range widely, from mild to severe, and include […]
Teaching Your Dog to Tolerate Nail Trimming
By now you have discovered how sharp dog toenails can be! Those little nails will need to be trimmed frequently over the lifetime of your pet. It’s a good idea to get him or her used to this procedure early so that you can do this basic grooming task easily and often. The more often […]
Puppy First-Aid Kit
Suggested Items For Your Puppy’s First-Aid Kit: 2 rolls of 3” gauze bandage 3” X 3” gauze sponges Nonstick adhesive tape Nonstick bandages Antibiotic ointment (e.g. Neosporin, Animax) Water soluble lubricating jelly (e.g. K-Y Brand)- to take temperatures and to keep debris out of open wounds Sterile saline solution (e.g. those used for contact lenses) […]
Common Pet Toxins
Household Items Bleach Disinfectants Fabric Softener Tobacco Products Lighter Fluid Rat and Mouse Poison Insect Products Potpourri Solvents Oven Cleaner Foods Chocolate Onions and Onion Powder Coffee Grapes Garlic Alcohol Tea Leaves Macadamia Nuts Raisins Salt Gum and Candy Xylitol, (Sugar Substitute)/Sugar Free Gum Avocado Medications Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Acetaminophen Cold and Flu Medications Diet Pills […]
Welcoming Your New Cat Home
by Tabitha Mead Cats are a great addition to the family. Whether it’s your first or fourth cat, there’s always more to learn. Cats are usually fairly low maintenance but there are still adjustments to be made to prepare for them. They’re independent, but can be loving companions! From vet appointments, things to buy, and […]
Dog Park Etiquette
by Tabitha Mead In the past ten years, dog parks have taken off and grown exponentially in popularity in the US, including here in Louisville, Kentucky. What has been the cause of this? I think I may have a few safe guesses; dogs are increasingly being seen as part of the family, adults postponing parenthood […]
Summer Tips for Dogs
Summer is a time almost all of us look forward to. There are more people at the dog parks, restaurants open up dog-friendly patio areas, hiking is more appealing since there’s no snow on the ground, and who could forget arguably one of the “coolest” summer activities; swimming! Though summer can be a time full […]