Perryville Pet Hospital Blog
Osteoarthritis Options for Pets Suffering in Cold Weather
The winter is not kind to arthritic pets, who suffer more when the temperatures drop. Cold or wet weather can make joints ache more than usual. Here are our recommendations on how to help soothe your arthritic pet's discomfort. #1: Provide firm bedding...
Tips To Keep Your Dog Warm This Winter
Bitter cold, numbing wetness, biting winds cause discomfort for your special someone – your pet! Paying attention to your pet’s wellbeing will surely keep you both ready to enjoy the season!Here are some winter tips to keep your dog happy and healthy...
8 Holiday Gift Ideas For Your Pet
It turns out, our pets enjoy recieving gifts for the holidays as well! We understand your need to make your furry pal feel loved. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of this year’s best gifts for pets.A laptop for your cat. Yes, you read that right....
Hazardous Thanksgiving Foods For Your Pets
Thanksgiving is almost here, and we are getting ready for the abundance of delicious food that we will partake in. As tasty as these foods are for us, many of the foods we eat for Thanksgiving are not safe to feed our pet. Here is a list of foods NOT to...
Pet Allergies: 5 Tips For Dealing With Allergies
According to WebMD, about 55 percent of people living in the U.S. test positive for at least one allergen—whether it’s seasonal, a food allergy, or something else in the environment, like pet dander.And, with so many pet-owning households in the U.S.,...
Halloween Health: Keep Your Pets Safe This Halloween
Halloween is fun for kids and adults alike, with costumes, parties, candy, and celebrations! However, our furry friends may not enjoy this festive holiday as much as we do. The first thing to know about Halloween is that it breaks your pets’ routine – and...
Fall Safety Tips
October is finally here, which means cooler weather and the changing of the seasons is in sight! We love all of the traditions that come with the fall, though there are some things your furry friends should be kept away from. Here are 4 tips to keep your...
Why does my dog eat grass?
Most dogs aren’t usually picky about what they eat, and many items our dogs choose to consume—like the contents of the cat’s litter box or a favorite pair of shoes—can leave us feeling confused or frustrated. One common item on the menu for many dogs is...
Training with Positive Reinforcement
Maybe your family has just welcomed a new puppy into your home and you're now in search of the best method of training your pup to walk on a leash or go to the bathroom outside. Or, maybe you have an older pup who has always been leash-reactive or never...
Signs Your Pet Needs to Lose Weight
The team at Perryville Pet Hospital is here to answer any questions you have about caring for your furry friends. This includes diet, exercise, and weight questions you may have. We want to help you keep your companions healthy and happy. Our From Fat to Fit Challenge...
