Ringworm in Cats and Dogs: What Clayton Heights Families Should Know

Ringworm is a fungal skin infection rather than a worm, and it spreads between pets and people through direct contact and contaminated bedding, brushes and furniture. Look for patchy hair loss, scaly or crusty skin and b

Kennel Cough After Boarding and Daycare: A Clayton Heights Guide for Dog Owners

Kennel cough is not one illness. It is a syndrome of contagious respiratory infections in dogs, caused by several different bacteria and viruses including canine influenza. Dogs usually pick it up where they mix closely,

Is Your Dog or Cat at a Healthy Weight? A Clayton Heights Vet’s Guide

Quick answer: You can check your pet’s weight at home with a simple body condition check: you should feel the ribs easily without pressing hard, and see a visible waist from above. If the ribs are hard to find or the waist has disappeared, your dog or cat may be overweight. A veterinarian in Clayton… Continue reading Is Your Dog or Cat at a Healthy Weight? A Clayton Heights Vet’s Guide