Pet Health Blog
Pets are experts at hiding pain, which can make it hard to know when something serious is wrong.
High-Rise Syndrome is a Risk for Portland Pets
As Portland continues to grow “up” with the addition of numerous high-rise apartment buildings, local pets are at a greater risk of suffering from high-rise syndrome, especially during the hotter days of summer. High-rise syndrome commonly refers to cats and dogs falling from a two-story surface or higher.
Caring for Newborn Kittens Without a Mother
During the late spring and early summer, animal hospitals, shelters and rescue organizations brace themselves for that legendary time of year – kitten season!
From Cats and Dogs to Urban Farm Animals, Heatstroke Can Be Fatal
Are you and your pets ready for the warm summer months? As we try to keep cool in the scorching heat, be sure to pay special attention to your animal friends.
Pets and Sunburns: A Q&A
A summer day is always better when spent with your favorite pup, but the sun can do some serious damage to your pet’s delicate skin. Just like humans, excessive exposure to the sun can lead to skin problems for dogs and cats, including cancer.
Keeping Your Pets Healthy From the Inside Out
Dr. Barbara Davis, DoveLewis internal medicine specialist, is an expert at preventing, diagnosing and treating complex, long-term illnesses in adult animals. Today, she is sharing her top three tips for keeping your pet happy and healthy well into adulthood.
What’s Up With the Upchuck?
As a 24-hour emergency hospital, DoveLewis treats more cases of vomiting than any other type of injury or illness. Throwing up can be a regular occurrence for both cats and dogs, but it can also be a sign of a more serious issue.
