Pre/Post Operation Cutting through all the information Due to illness, disease or trauma, your pet may one day require surgery. While potentially stressful (for both you and your pet) there are a few basic guidelines that you can follow that will make the process as complication-free as possible and put your pet on the fast …
Author Archives: Jeffrey Bell, VMD
Household Dangers
Household Dangers Pet Proofing your Home Just as parents ‘childproof’ their home, so should pet owners ‘petproof’ theirs. Four-legged members of the family, like infants and small children, are naturally curious and love to explore their environment with their paws, claws and mouths. But they can’t know what is dangerous and what is not… so …
Travelling with your Pet
Travelling with your Pet Before you go Ask yourself: will my cat or dog be comfortable and happy on a trip? Some animals simply prefer to stay at home and a “homesick”, possibly motion-sick pet will ruin everyone’s trip. In such a case it’s probably wiser to leave your pet with a friend, relative or …
Ear Care – Dogs
Ear Care Clean, odour-free, pale pink colour and a minimal accumulation of wax are indications of healthy ears. Check your pet’s ears regularly.Signs of Ear Disease Unpleasant odour Excessive scratching and pawing of the ear and head Sensitivity to touch, often resulting in pain Constant tilting/shaking of the head to one side Black or yellowish …
Administering Medication – Dogs
Administering Medication Just like you, your dog is going to get sick occasionally and you will likely come home from the veterinarian’s with some medication to administer. Learning how to do it right will make the process easier both for you and your dog.Always follow the instructions given by your veterinarian. Be sure to administer …
Eye Care – Dogs
Eye Care A healthy dog’s eyes should be clear, bright and free from dirt, discharge and inflammation. Common Symptoms of Illness Red inner eyelids Matter ‘stuck’ on the surface or in the corners of the eye Cloudiness within the eyeball A dull eye surface The ‘third eyelid’ coming across the eye Excessive tearing or unusual …
Basic Health Check – Dogs
Basic Health Check Congratulations – you have a new puppy! You’ve anticipated the new arrival by ‘puppyproofing’ your home and had lots of fun choosing the crate, bed, blanket, toys and other supplies he will need. This frisky little creature is sure to bring you much joy. In return, you can make a major contribution …
Heartworm and Intestinal Parasites
Heartworm & Intestinal Parasites Heartworm disease Heartworm is a parasitic disease that can affect any dog regardless of age, sex or habitat. It is found in all parts of New Jersey, including Marlton, Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Medford and everywhere else. Heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, and tends to have a higher incidence in areas …
Dental Care – Dogs
Dental Care Your pet counts on you for protection With major advances in treating serious infectious and other pet diseases, oral disease – most importantly periodontal or gum disease caused by the buildup of plaque and tartar – has become the number-one health problem for dogs. It’s estimated that without proper dental care 80% of …
Diseases and Vaccination – Dogs
Protecting your best friend One of the most important things you can do to give your dog a long and healthy life is to ensure that he is vaccinated against common canine diseases. Your dog’s mother gave her puppy immunity from disease for the first few weeks of existence by providing disease-fighting antibodies in her …