May is National Foster Care Month! Many of our furry patients are former fosters, or foster fails. Fostering fills a crucial gap for pets that need growth, healing, training, and/or socialization before they can be put up for adoption. If you’re an animal lover, you may want to consider fostering. This can be a very rewarding and enriching experience! Of course, this isn’t going to be right for everyone. A vet lists some things to … Read More
Chihuahua Appreciation Day is coming up on May 14th. These tiny dogs have some big hearts, and legions of devoted fans. Fido is quite popular, and consistently makes the AKC’s list of top 20 breeds. A vet lists some fun facts about the Chihuahua below. Tiny Dog The Chihuahua is one of the smallest dog breeds out there. According to breed standards, they should weigh no more than 6 pounds, though it’s not uncommon for … Read More
Cats do a really good job at hiding that they’re sick or injured. The same goes for when your cat is stressed. Like people, stress isn’t good for cats and chronic stress can even suppress your Kitty’s immune system response, leaving her at risk for a wide range of illnesses. It may take a little detective work to know if your cat is stressed, but it can be done. Read on as a veterinarian lists … Read More
For the past few weeks, the world’s attention has been focused on the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, and the heartbreaking plight of the millions of civilians caught up in the conflict. Sadly, many innocent animals have also been caught up in the war. Just like us, Ukrainians have animal companions of all shapes and sizes. However, there is only one Ukrainian cat breed: the Levkoy. A vet takes a look at this unusual kitty … Read More
Have you ever come home and found that your canine pal has eaten your shoes, or chewed up your sofa? This may go beyond Fido’s natural need to chew. There’s actually a specific name for this behavior: pica. The whats, whens, and whys of pica in dogs can vary widely. A local vet offers some information on it below.\ Grass One of the most common forms of pica is eating grass. There are several possible … Read More
Today, March 1, is National Welsh Corgi Day! Fun, lovable, and affectionate, the Welsh Corgi is a wonderful pet, and definitely one worth celebrating. A vet discusses these lovable, fluffy pups in this article. Basics The Corgi is a small dog with a big heart. As the name suggests, Fido is originally from Wales. His name is taken from the words Cor, which means dwarf, and Ci, which means dog. Like many other herding dogs, … Read More
Congratulating our Young Scientists! The 4th Annual Clermont County Library Science Fair, which was hosted virtually for 2022, invited students in grades from K-12 to participate. Budding scientists from across our county submitted videos of their projects to the judges. Winners were announced during a video broadcast on Wednesday, February 9, 2022. Click HERE to view the video. The four students who earned a superior rating will proceed onto the University of Cincinnati District … Read More
Have you recently adopted a pet hedgehog? Congratulations! Many first-time hedgehog owners face a learning curve when it comes to caring for their little buddies. One thing that is very important is being able to tell if something isn’t right with your quilled buddy. A Greater Cincinnati veterinarian discusses sickness in hedgehogs below. Healthy Hedgies It will be much easier for you to tell when something is wrong with Hedgie if you know what he’s … Read More
Cats are pretty easy keepers. Fluffy will groom herself diligently, and doesn’t need walks or training. She also isn’t shy about using our beds, sofas, and chairs. However, your kitty will appreciate and benefit from having things made just for her. A Greater Cincinnati vet offers some advice on choosing kitty furniture below. Kittens Is your furry friend still a baby? Little Fluffy will enjoy things that incorporate lots of fun elements, like ladders and … Read More
Love it or hate it, winter is definitely here. The change of season also affects our feline friends, even those who live indoors. Fluffy may need some extra TLC at this time of year! A local Greater Cincinnati vet offers some winter cat care tips in this article. Offer Warm Spots Your feline pal will probably spend a pretty good chunk of winter curled up in her bed, dreaming of chasing butterflies. Make sure she … Read More