5 Ways to Enjoy a Safer Summer With Your Pet
We all want to make the most of summer by packing each day with activities, outings, and events. But sometimes in our rush to do it all, we overlook our pet’s comfort and safety. Here are five ways to have a safer summer and avoid unexpected visits to Family Veterinary [...]
Understanding Canine Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a widespread bacterial disease that can severely damage your dog’s health and can also affect you and your family. Our Family Veterinary Care of Oakdale team recommends leptospirosis as a core vaccination for dogs and we provide educational information about this serious disease. Canine leptospirosis basics Leptospirosis is [...]
Common Eye Diseases in Pets
Your pet’s eyes are the windows to their soul, and when they become cloudy, teary, or irritated, you cannot see the love shining forth. A pet’s eye problems can rapidly progress and cause serious, permanent damage, so always pay close attention to your pet’s peepers. Our Family Veterinary Care of [...]
The Art of Aging Well: How to Support Your Senior Pet
Watching your pet’s muzzle turn grey, their eyes become cloudy, and their activity level decrease is a sad part of pet ownership. However, when you brought home your young kitten or puppy, you made a lifelong commitment to their care, and you must provide your aging furry pal with the [...]
How and Why to Increase Your Cat’s Water Intake
Evolutionarily, cats and their ancestors didn’t need to drink much, because they got most of their water from eating live prey. Now, housecats subsist on dry food diets and need to drink more, but they often refuse. A constant state of low-level dehydration can eventually take a toll, and most [...]
Pet Obesity and Weight Management: A Heavy-Hitting FAQ
Did you know that overweight and obese pets live shorter, lower-quality lives than their lean counterparts? Studies in multiple species—including dogs—show that a reduced food intake keeps your pet lean and extends life expectancy by up to two years. For our pets, who typically live fewer than 15 years, this [...]
