Pet Health Blog
Many human foods are toxic to animals and can pose severe health risks if ingested. Let’s walk through some common foods that your furry friends should avoid and learn what to do if they accidentally indulge in something they can’t have.
Canine Flu: What You Need to Know
Due to a recent outbreak of the canine influenza virus in the San Francisco Bay area, dogs in Oregon are at a significantly increased risk of contracting the H3N2 strain of canine flu.
Pets and Chocolate: A Toxic Combination
Milk or dark, candy or cake – chocolate may be one of our favorite sweet treats, but it’s definitely not meant to be consumed by our furry friends.
Pet Microchips: Update Before It’s Too Late
We see our fair share of stray pets with outdated microchips, making it hard to reunite the pets with their owners. Don’t let this misfortune befall your furry friend!
Dog Bone Danger
Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a report about the dangers of dog bone treats. While many pet owners know to avoid giving turkey or chicken bones to dogs, the FDA also urges pet owners to stay away from processed and packaged bones sold as dog treats.
How to Have a Safe Thanksgiving with Your Pets
DoveLewis generally sees an increased number of patients over the Thanksgiving weekend. However, most of the cases caused by the holiday hustle and bustle are completely preventable food-related illnesses or injuries.
