Archive for the ‘Pet Health & Wellness’ Category
Thursday, November 9th, 2023
Diabetes is a serious condition for anyone, dogs and cats included. When a pet has diabetes, their body has a hard time processing sugar (glucose) and using it for energy. Without treatment, it can lead to a host of debilitating complications.
The good news is that managing diabetes in dogs and cats can allow our diabetic furry friends to live their lives to the fullest. If you think your pet may have diabetes, this guide from the team at Berkeley Veterinary Center can help you figure out what to do next.
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Tags: blood glucose test for dogs and cats, common signs of diabetes in dogs and cats, diagnostic test for diabetes in dogs and cats, how veterinarians diagnosis diabetes in dogs and cats, managing diabetes in dogs and cats
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Monday, October 9th, 2023
From the moment you brought your dog home, your life has been filled with slobbery kisses, long walks, and hours of couch cuddles. And while it’s not pleasant to think about our canine companions falling ill, it’s a possibility even for the most pampered pets.
At Berkeley Veterinary Center, we know what your dog means to you, and we’re here with top-notch wellness visits tailored just for dogs, as well as expert care for medical conditions.
Read on for common health problems in canines and warning signs to watch for.
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Tags: allergies in dogs, canine heartworm disease, canine parvovirus, diabetes in dogs, digestive disorders in dogs, joint pain in dogs, skin conditions in dogs
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Friday, September 8th, 2023
One of the most important things you can do for your pet is stay on top of routine preventive care, and, consequently choosing the best veterinary practice for your pet’s needs.
Berkeley Veterinary Center is proud to be among the very few AAHA-accredited hospitals in the United States and Canada. This accreditation means we adhere to the highest standards of excellence when it comes to veterinary care, and we’re pleased to offer our pet families a full spectrum of top-notch veterinary services, including preventive care for all life stages.
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Tags: AAHA-accredited hospitals, early disease detection for dogs and cats, parasite prevention for dogs and cats, senior pet care, vaccinations for pets
Posted in Pet Dental Care, Pet Health & Wellness, Senior Pet Care | Comments Off on Pet Longevity: Preventive Veterinary Care for Your Pet
Thursday, August 3rd, 2023
There are so many ways owners can support the health and wellness of their dogs, especially as they age. You might notice visible changes to a senior dog’s behavior and appearance, and most of the time these are perfectly normal to the aging process. However, there are examples of senior dog health that require immediate intervention. Of these, glaucoma can be permanent and responsible for blindness.
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Tags: blindness in dogs, can glaucoma in dogs be treated, eye problems in dogs, Glaucoma In Dogs
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Tuesday, June 6th, 2023
Making sure your pets stay properly hydrated is important year-round, but particularly during the dog days of summer, when our pets are prone to overheating.
Dehydration in dogs and cats can escalate quickly and put pets at risk of heatstroke in our hot, humid New Jersey summers. Keep reading for tips from our team about how much water cats need and how much water dogs need.
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Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
Your cat is a playful, pouncing ball of energy, and she always licks her food dish clean, so she must be getting plenty of nutrients, right? Not necessarily. A feline fed a low-quality diet on the daily will likely develop health issues down the road, even if she seems perfectly fine today.
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Tags: digestible protein for cats, high protein diet cats kidney failure
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Thursday, February 2nd, 2023
According to the ASPCA, approximately 6.3 million companion animals enter shelters every year in the United States, but this number doesn’t account for the animals that are left out in the streets, or passed from home to home. There are simply too many animals and not enough households able to care for them.
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Tags: benefits of neutering your dog, benefits of spaying a cat, benefits of spaying and neutering, benefits of spaying your dog, cancer in cats, cancer in dogs, why you should spay/neuter your pet
Posted in Pet Adoption & Rescue, Pet Health & Wellness, Reproductive Health | Comments Off on February is Spay and Neuter Awareness Month
Friday, January 6th, 2023
When it comes to finding the right veterinary hospital, many pet owners depend on recommendations from friends or relatives. And while this can lead to great results, less than a quarter of all animal hospitals in the U.S. and Canada voluntarily agree to the highest standards of care established by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This means that a vast majority of clinics and hospitals do not follow strict protocols and procedures designed to achieve the best possible health outcomes. We are proud of our AAHA accreditation for many reasons, and the confidence it provides pet owners ranks pretty high.
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Posted in For The Dogs, Pet Health & Wellness, Puppies & Kittens, The Cat's Meow, The Surgical Suite, You & Your Pet | Comments Off on What an AAHA Accreditation Means For Your Pet