Pet Health Blog
Emergencies like wildfires and heatwaves can strike without warning—especially here in Oregon. During Pet Preparedness Month, DoveLewis is helping families take simple, potentially life-saving steps to plan ahead for their pets. From go-bags to microchip tips, these steps could make all the difference.
Respiratory Distress Requires Immediate Treatment
One of the most common and most serious symptoms treated by doctors at DoveLewis is respiratory distress, or breathing challenges. Whether an animal is having difficulty breathing or they are breathing excessively, this issue should be treated immediately.
Cigarettes, Cigars, Tobacco and Nicotine Are Toxic to Pets
Most people know that smoking is bad for your health, but how many of us think about the dangers of tobacco, cigarettes and smoking around pets?
Who Attends Group? Should I Go?
Learn more about the types of people who attend our Pet Loss Support group meetings, and if this is the right group for you.
A Most Spectacular Tree
Laurelhurst Park is home to a tree with magic and mystery - a tree where many choose to honor those who have passed. Learn how the tree brings delight to Portland residents.
Parvovirus: What You Need to Know
Parvovirus is a potentially life-threatening illness, most commonly affecting young dogs between the age of 8 weeks and 1 year old. Highly contagious, the virus is transmitted through contaminated dog feces and can live for long periods of time in the environment (sometimes several years).
FDA Warns of Xylitol Toxicity for Dogs
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a strong warning about the dangerous effects that can occur when dogs consume xylitol, an artificial sweetener commonly found in sugar-free gum, toothpaste, mouthwash, candy, vitamins, medication and specialty nut butters.
