Well, the warm weather has finally arrived!
Now that the snow is gone and the sun is out you should be aware of some problems that can affect your pet during the warmer spring and summer months..
Below is a checklist for your pets now that spring/summer is upon us...
- Have your pet tested for heartworm disease and tick borne diseases like Lyme's disease, Anaplasmosis and Erlichiosis infection. A simple blood test is all it takes to diagnose these diseases! Our staff can then help you decide which prevention or treatment plan is best for your pet.
- Planning a camping trip? Remember that your pet is at risk for tick bites which can lead to tick borne diseases. We have a number of products available to help decrease your pet's risk.
- Are you planning a summer get- away? Is your pet due for it's annual wellness exam and vaccines? Take this opportunity to visit us and together we can make a difference for your pet. Depending on your travel plans, some pets require additional vaccines that they have never received before such as Bordetella (kennel cough), giardia and lyme disease.
An Itchy Problem!
Unfortunately, for some pets this can be more of a 'siren' than a 'splendor' as pollens can be one of the main triggers of allergic skin disease. It is not a pretty site to see your pet chewing at it's feet, scratching at it's ears, or itching and scratching at it's skin. Allergies can lead to chronic ear infections, gastro-intestinal upset, and a very uncomfortable pet!!
What can be done to alleviate these symptoms?
There is good news! A blood test is available that can tell us what allergens are responsible for your pet's discomfort. However, it is difficult to avoid all allergens and treatment is often required.
So, if your pet is prone to itching, he/she could have allergies.
Come see us for a visit and let us help you understand allergies and help make your pet comfortable!
