Protecting your pet from parasites
Although Colorado has a climate that doesn’t encourage pet parasites as much as climates in the South, it’s still critical to protect your cat and dog from parasites.
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Watch for pet poisons around your home, and form a plan for emergency response
Accidental poisoning is among the most common problems we see in emergency veterinary medicine, so it’s a good idea for pet owners to understand sources of toxicity, to take preventative steps, and to have a plan for response in case of ingestion.
The importance of vaccination
In veterinary medicine, vaccination is the No. 1 defense against some very nasty – and often fatal – diseases in pets, including rabies and distemper in dogs and panleukopenia in cats.
What is the right timing for spaying and neutering of pets?
For most pet owners in the United States, spaying and neutering dogs and cats is an important way to benefit animals, their households and society.
Provide preventive care, and parasites won’t bug your buddy
Parasites come in two main varieties, external and internal, but all are bad for your pet’s health. In some cases, they endanger human health as well. With the potential for parasites to harm both animal and human health, veterinarians at Colorado State University consider parasite control a cornerstone of preventive veterinary care.
Be aware — hairballs are the natural result of your cat’s grooming behavior
The medical term for hairball is “trichobezoar.” These masses accumulate in the digestive systems of animals that groom themselves, including cats, rabbits, cattle, even llamas. And hairballs are often no laughing matter for some species, sometimes requiring surgical removal because they may cause cause obstructions and dangerous medical conditions.
Prepare for medical emergencies when animal health is normal
We humans know to call 9-1-1 or visit an emergency room when faced with serious injury or illness – but what do we do when a pet needs emergency veterinary care?
Screening tests uncover hidden conditions early
Veterinarians are trained to pick up subtle cues that something is not right with your pet, but cannot learn everything through senses alone.
Common household items may be toxic to your pet
This information will help you avoid potential dangers – and will help you respond if your pet does get into something poisonous.