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• posted: Sep. 23, 2023

Glaucoma in Pets                Glaucoma occurs when the pressure inside the eye increases which leads to pain and loss of vision.  Glaucoma is a relatively Read More

• posted: Sep. 15, 2023

Dog Park Etiquette                Taking your dog to a dog park can be a lot of fun and a great way to have your pup Read More

• posted: Sep. 03, 2023

Upper Respiratory Infections                Upper respiratory infections are common in cats and dogs.  Upper respiratory infection basically refers to an infection of the sinus but Read More

• posted: Sep. 03, 2023

Snake Bites                Venomous snakes are uncommon in Pennsylvania, but both timber rattlesnakes and copperheads can be found in York County.  What should you do Read More

• posted: Aug. 26, 2023

Does My Pet Need Probiotics?                Probiotics seem to be all the rage these days. But what are they, really, and how might they benefit Read More

• posted: Aug. 20, 2023

What’s Making My Pet Itchy?                August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month.  Itching can be caused by many things.  Scratching can cause redness, irritation and Read More

• posted: Aug. 12, 2023

Why Vaccinate My Pet?                Vaccines are an important part of keeping pets healthy and in preventing many diseases that may not only make our Read More

• posted: Aug. 06, 2023

                                                Five Hot Weather Hazards: How to Read More

• posted: Jul. 28, 2023

Toenail Troubles             Just like people, dogs, cats and many other animals have nails or claws on the tips of their toes.  Nails serve multiple functions Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2023

Allergies in Pets Read More

• posted: Jul. 09, 2023

Telemedicine: Virtual Visits for Your Pet                Ever wished you could contact your vet and get help from home instead of bringing your pet to Read More

• posted: Jul. 09, 2023

Alternative Medicine: Laser Therapy                Lasers tend to conjure thoughts of futuristic images, but in reality, lasers are being used every day in veterinary medicine. Read More

• posted: Jun. 30, 2023

Fireworks and Noise Phobias                It’s July Fourth so we wanted to repeat this blog as a public service announcement. Fireworks and thunderstorms often lead Read More

• posted: Jun. 25, 2023

Why Does My Cat Do That? Three Cat Behaviors Explained                Cats display a variety of seemingly bizarre and endearing behaviors. But, what, if anything Read More

• posted: Jun. 18, 2023

Why Should I Spay or Neuter my Pet? Animal shelters and veterinarians routinely recommend spaying or neutering pets, primarily to reduce overpopulation. But what are the pros and cons to spay/neuter Read More

• posted: Jun. 11, 2023

Do You Have an Emergency Disaster Preparedness Plan for Your Pets?                June is National Pet Preparedness Month.  Thankfully, south-central Pennsylvania does not see many Read More