Keeping your senior dog or cat healthy involves not just keeping their bodies fit and free from problems, but their minds as well. Just as it’s important for us humans to challenge our minds as we age, we need to challenge the minds of our pets. Read on for five great ways to keep your […]
We love Thanksgiving almost as much as we love our pets–which is to say, a lot! We want our precious dogs and cats to be able to take part in the Turkey Day festivities and celebrate along with us. And the good news is, they can! While you don’t want to feed Fido a slice […]
As our dogs get older, their behavior will start to change—they’ll become less active, calmer, and will most likely sleep longer. But there are other changes that your dog may go through that could cause you a little bit more concern, such as sudden separation anxiety, destructive behavior, or house soiling. The following is a […]
You want your dog or cat to live the longest, healthiest, and happiest life possible. This means taking proper care of her at every stage of her life. When your pet becomes a senior (for cats, this is between ages 11 and 14, and for dogs it is usually between 7 and 11, depending on […]
Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins. Caramel apples and candy galore. Tricks and treats. Halloween is right around the corner, and towns all across America are gearing up for it. People want to get the whole family involved with the holiday, and that means pets, too. But with all the scares and the sugar, what will Halloween […]
Admit it: you know exactly what you should eat to stay healthy, but sometimes (or often) find yourself elbow-deep in a bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos, wondering how you got there. You might decide that—after just one more chip—you’re swearing off junk food for good. You might have gone through this process a few times, […]
If you read last week’s post about dental disease in pets, you know how important it is to maintain your cat or dog’s dental health. It’s better to prevent cavities, abscesses, and periodontal disease than to have to treat them later on. But if the thought of starting a routine to care for your pet’s […]
Shallowford Animal Hospital is holding a Halloween Pet Costume Contest! To enter, drop by our office in The Oaks (Food Lion) Shopping Center in Lewisville with your pet in his or her costume. We will take a photo of your pet, from now up until the October 24 deadline. On October 25, we will upload […]
If you have children, you know how important it is to ensure they’re brushing and flossing properly and visit the dentist for regular cleanings and checkups. Your dog or cat’s dental health is an important part of their overall health as well. Although cavities are less common in pets than in people, they can have many […]
