Pet Health Blog

At DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital, we’re entering an exciting new chapter with the construction of our brand-new, state-of-the-art specialty building.

Gobble Gobble. Our furry friends would also love to partake in the feast and gobble up some food, but food-related injuries and illnesses are the main cause of pet emergencies over this holiday weekend. Learn what is most harmful and the best way to keep your pets healthy.

Discovering that your pet has ingested rat poison can be a distressing situation for any pet owner. Rat poison, although designed to target rodents, poses a serious threat to our beloved pets.

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.

Fright night might be fun for humans, but it can be frightfully scary—and even dangerous—for pets. Veterinarians at DoveLewis want to remind pet owners to be mindful of the various ways Halloween can pose a threat to animals.

Whether it's a game of fetch, a hike through the woods, or your dog dashing through a brush pile in the yard, sticks are everywhere, and they can seem like an innocent part of your dog’s outdoor fun.