Pet ownership comes with tremendous joy, laughter, and love—and also great responsibility. Your furry pal can't communicate in words, but they can convey how they’re feeling through their behaviors and other health issue signs. As a loving pet owner, you must pay attention to all changes in your cat’s or dog’s demeanor or appearance, as [...]
With advancing age comes the increased potential for health issues, especially in senior dogs, who can become wobbly on their feet for a variety of reasons, including arthritis, degenerative myelopathy, or hypothyroidism. They can also suffer from old dog vestibular disease. Old dog vestibular disease can be triggered by several causes, such as inner ear [...]
Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) is a long-winded respiratory condition that affects short-snouted pets. While these smush-faced breeds are undeniably adorable, their unique facial anatomy can lead to breathing difficulties. If you share your home with a flat-faced pet, you need to understand how BOAS can affect your furry pal and what you can do [...]
As your pet’s caretaker, you strive to provide a safe and healthy environment. And, you likely are aware of most common pet hazards, except one that often flies under the radar—grapes. Many people enjoy this tasty and nutritious fruit, but they do not know that grapes and similar fruits can harm their four-legged companions. Read [...]
Welcome to the wonderful world of pet ownership, where wagging tails and soft purring bring immeasurable joy to our lives. Whether you're a proud cat caretaker, a devoted dog lover, or the steward of scaled or feathered creatures, pet ownership’s benefits extend far beyond simple companionship. We explore the myriad ways your furry, feathered, or [...]
Food allergies are not as common as pet food companies claim, but they can be problematic for your furry pal by causing extreme itchiness, skin lesions, secondary infections, and potentially gastrointestinal (GI) distress. Our Peak Pet Urgent Care team wants your pet to enjoy a pleasant dining experience, and we provide information about food allergies [...]
Is your cat urinating outside the litter box? They may have feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD), a common and complex condition that can affect your feline friend’s health and quality of life. Read our Peak Pet Urgent Care team’s guide to learn everything you need to know about FLUTD. Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease [...]
Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol found in many sugar-free foods, medications, and dental and beauty products. While the ingredient has many beneficial effects for humans, the sugar substitute can be deadly for your four-legged friend. Our Peak Pet Urgent Care team wants to raise awareness about this danger by providing information about xylitol poisoning [...]
Pyometra is a serious, potentially life-threatening uterine infection that can make your intact female pet extremely ill. Our Peak Pet Urgent Care team wants you to understand this concerning condition so you can recognize if your pet is affected and take steps to reduce their disease risk. What is pyometra in pets? The term pyometra [...]