The Naughty and Nice Lists: Pet Chew Toy Edition
As the gift-giving season approaches, you may be perusing rows of chew toys online for your pet, or testing out the squeaker or chew factor in stores. But, what makes a chew toy a good [...]
FAQ’s About Pancreatitis in Pets
If your pet likes to steal food from your plate, or is prone to dumpster diving, they are at higher risk for pancreatitis. This condition can have serious consequences for your pet, and can result [...]
Acute Versus Chronic Kidney Failure in Pets
Your pet’s normal kidney function is important for their overall health and wellbeing. The kidneys perform several vital tasks, including removing toxic metabolic waste products from the blood, regulating bodily fluids and hormones, and assisting [...]
Veterinary 911—10 Signs Your Pet is Experiencing an Emergency
Your pet cannot tell you when they are experiencing symptoms that indicate a veterinary emergency. You have to rely on the signs they show to make the decision to rush them to the veterinarian; however, [...]
Factors to Consider When Your Dog is Vomiting
Did your dog scarf down their food too fast, or eat inappropriate garbage? Several issues can cause your dog to vomit, but not all are cause for immediate veterinary attention. Our team at Belmont Animal [...]
The Significance of Spaying and Neutering Pets
Deciding to spay or neuter your pet is one of the best—and hopefully, first—decisions you will make for your pet’s health. Spaying or neutering improves your pet’s quality of life, longevity, and provides medical and [...]