Anemia in dogs is typically a symptom of a serious underlying health issue that requires urgent veterinary care. Here, our Port Jefferson vets explain the different types of anemia we see in dogs, including causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Rabies is a fatal disease. The best way to protect your dog and your family is to have them vaccinated against rabies. Today, our Port Jefferson veterinarians explain more about this important vaccine, including how frequently your dog should get a booster shot.
You might think because your cat never goes outside that they don't require vaccinations. However, our Port Jefferson vets still recommend keeping your indoor cat's shots up to date. In this post, we explain why.
While you may have already vaccinated your dog against rabies, there is still a small chance that they could become infected. Our Port Jefferson vets talk about rabies and whether your dog can still get rabies after being vaccinated.
There is a serious condition that dogs can develop called Heartworm disease. This disease can cause irreparable damage to your dog's organs. In this blog, our Port Jefferson vets discuss the importance of heartworm prevention and how it can be treated.
Microchipping your dog can increase the chances that they are found if they get lost. Our Port Jefferson vets discuss the benefits of getting a microchip for your dog.
If your dog is scheduled for surgery, you may have some questions and concerns. Today our, Port Jefferson vets explain everything you need to know about surgery on dogs.
Hernias in cats typically aren't serious and can be repaired with surgery as long as they are detected early. Today, our Port Jefferson vets discuss different types of cat hernias, surgery and what you can expect from cat hernia surgery recovery.
Hip dysplasia can occur in any breed of dog and is an abnormal formation of one or both of a dog's hips, this can lead to them experiencing pain or discomfort whenever they exercise or change position. Here, our Port Jefferson vets discuss the causes, signs, and treatment options of hip dysplasia in dogs, and how surgery can help treat it.
Many people are familiar with ACL injuries in athletes but did you know your dog can also tear their ACL? Read on to find out more from our Port Jefferson vets on what the differences are between ACL injuries in dogs and people, and how ACL injuries are treated in dogs.