How To Tell If Your Cat is in Pain
Last week we discussed how to spot if your dog is in pain for Animal Pain Awareness Month. This week, we'll talk about the signs your cat may be in pain. Cat owners are familiar with their pets’ individual personalities, habits, preferences; and are adept at...
How To Tell If Your Dog is in Pain
Our pets rely on us to play with them, give them praise, snuggle with them when it's cold, and most importantly take care of them. As pet parents, we need to know and recognize the signs that our animal is in pain, so we can quickly make them feel better. ...
Spoil Your Dog Day
August 10th is Spoil Your Dog Day and what better way to spoil them than with their favorite treat?! Your dog deserves the best, which means living a long and healthy life. Make sure to incorporate some healthy treat options along with their personal...
International Cat Day
In honor of International Cat Day on August 8th make sure your furry friend is FELINE GOOD! Give your pet a little extra love on International Cat Day and make sure they have everything they need to enjoy the great indoors. 5 Ways to Enrich Your Indoor Cat’s...
Summertime Pet Activities
Summertime; and the livin' is easy! We all love when that New York chill burns off and the sun comes out. Our furry friends have been cooped up inside and are ready to stretch their legs. What better way to soak up summer fun than to share outdoor time with...
How To Keep Your Pets Safe on the Fourth of July
There’s nothing like celebrating freedom by having fun with friends at backyard barbecues and fireworks shows. The Fourth of July should be enjoyed by the whole family...pets too! But, this holiday often isn’t as fun for our furry friends. Keep these...
Fear Free Veterinary Visits!
What a concept! ☺ Can you imagine bringing your dog or cat to our office and them actually enjoying their visit? Many of our patients already enjoy coming to see us here at the office but we are striving to make it a more positive experience for all of our...
3 Ways to Take the Fear Out of Visiting the Veterinarian
Visiting the doctor is not typically fun for anyone, including humans. Taking steps to reduce your pet’s fear and anxiety related to visiting the veterinarian not only helps your pet, it also helps reduce the stress put on you and the veterinary health...
11 Heartworm Facts
Heartworm disease is one of the most painful, deadly, and costly parasitic infections. Fortunately, it’s also one of the easiest to prevent. In honor of National Heartworm Awareness Month, here are 11 facts you should know about the mosquito-transmitted...
Ways to Prep Your Pet to Meet Your Baby
Congratulations on your upcoming baby from all of us at Chathams Small Animal Hospital! Now that you’re expecting a two-legged baby, you and your four-legged fur baby are both in store for some serious life changes. We recommend you do your best to prepare...