Halloween isn’t just for people; pets can have their share of fun too. Some pets might be real tricksters, while others might not, but we do know one thing for sure: all pets are good at the treat part! Here is a list of our top 10 ideas to help your pet get in on...

Hypothyroidism in dogs is one of the most common diseases we see at the Animal Wellness Clinic (Dr. Cook’s veterinary practice). A thorough understanding of the disease and the symptoms will help with early diagnosis and treatment. Below is an explanation of the complicated and all-encompassing disease of hypothyroidism in dogs. What is hypothyroidism? The...

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone (two-legged, four-legged, and feathered) who is affected by the Hurricane. Here are some tips to keep pets safe during hurricane season. Have a pet emergency kit ready to go Before any storm, create a pet emergency kit. The kit should include: Enough water and non-perishable food (preferably canned food as...

Last week we had to say goodbye to Hazel, a sweet feral kitty who was rescued by Linette in 2011 when she was about 1. Somewhere along with her life, poor Hazel contracted FeLV and . We, here at NHV all understand the discomfort that comes with losing a beloved member of the family. Our...

Thank you Jessica for sharing this heartwarming tale about Mr. Buddy Freckles. He makes us smile too 🙂 What is a Heart Murmur in Dogs? A heart murmur is when extra vibrations are produced due to turbulent blood flow or because of vibrations of the heart structure, such as part of a valve. Your veterinarian...

Cooper, an 11-year-old Bernese mountain dog, was diagnosed with cancer a year ago. His mom added natural supplements to his diet to help faster recovery. The Cancer Fighter Kit that Evelyn used for Cooper has given her more time with her fur baby. Thank you Evelyn for sharing Cooper’s beautiful story and such a lovely...

Perhaps you, like so many of the other pet parents we speak to, are dealing with a sick cat, dog, or other pet. It’s a stressful situation for both of you. Given all the emotional anxiety that comes with a sick pet, we wanted to focus on WHY it’s so important that pet parents recognize...

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One of the most important things to know as a pet owner is how to tell when your dog or cat is in discomfort. Discomfort can be a signal of a life-threatening issue.  Signs of discomfort (even the subtle signs) will be more obvious to you if you have a good idea of what your...

Intestinal parasites are diagnosed in cats and dogs daily in veterinary practice. Animals that sniff, slurp, lick, hunt, and eat, as well as gobble anything in their paths such as dirt, trash, and poop, are bound to pick up parasites. Though some dogs and cats do not show obvious signs of infection, others can have...