by Perryville Pet Hospital | Apr 14, 2019 | Blog
What do you know about heartworm disease? Do you know how it can affect your beloved pet? April is Heartworm Awareness Month, and our goal is to help you understand a little bit more about what this disease is and how you can protect your pet. What is heartworm...
by Perryville Pet Hospital | Mar 27, 2019 | Blog
While a “healthy weight” is something people understand, more than half of dogs and cats are overweight. If you aren’t sure if your pet is one of these animals, reach out to Perryville Pet Hospital and set up an appointment. Overweight and obese pets are at increased...
by Perryville Pet Hospital | Mar 10, 2019 | Blog
March is Poison Prevention Month and we want to help you protect your pet. You may know some common foods and plants that are dangerous to your furry friend. Here are a few common household items that could prove to be fatal for your pet: Over-the-Counter Drugs...
by Perryville Pet Hospital | Feb 18, 2019 | Blog
Just like we need to regularly visit the dentist, so do our pets. Dental hygiene can affect the overall health of your dog or cat, so it’s important to maintain a regular schedule of dental cleaning. When was the last time you brushed your pet’s teeth? If you...
by Perryville Pet Hospital | Jan 23, 2019 | Blog
This article is from the ASPCA. It’s cold outside! For many of us in the United States, the winter months mean snow and ice. Whether the snow has you dreaming of making snow angels or wishing you were at the beach, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) has a...
by Perryville Pet Hospital | Dec 28, 2018 | Blog
We’re so excited to ring in the new year here in Rockford! However, this can also be a night of high anxiety for our pets. With the fireworks, loud music, shouts and laughter, and in some areas even the banging of pots and pans or gunfire, our normally sedate...
