Archives: General Health

Caring For A Deaf Dog

May 1, 2019

May 3rd is Specially-Abled Pets Day! Just like people, pets sometimes face medical challenges, such as being deaf, for instance. However, our furry friends are very resilient, and often aren’t … Read More »

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Obesity in Dogs

April 15, 2019

Obesity is one of the most common health problems I see in my canine patients. Fido is certainly a wonderful pet, who deserve to be loved and pampered. However, overfeeding … Read More »

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National Cat Health Month

February 1, 2019

February is National Cat Health Month! Actually, for us, every month is Cat Health Month, but that’s beside the point. Kitties are known for being independent, but our feline friends … Read More »

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Winter Care Tips for Your Dog or Cat

January 15, 2019

Winters here in Iowa aren’t known for being mild. It’s very important for you to keep your dog or cat’s safety in mind this time of year! As your Marion, … Read More »

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Thanksgiving Tips for Pet Parents

November 15, 2018

Thanksgiving is coming up fast! Pets are truly something to be thankful for. They offer us unconditional love and unwavering loyalty, keep us smiling with their adorable antics, and are … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, Dog Care, General Health Tagged holiday pet safety, pet care tips, pet etiquette, pet manners, pet safe foods, pet safety tips, pet training, pets and guests, thanksgiving pet safety, Thanksgiving safety tips for pets, toxic food for pets, toxic foods for pets, unsafe food for pets, vets Cedar Rapids IA, vets Marion IA
Your Cat’s Hairball Habits

November 1, 2018

It’s almost certain that your cat will cough up a hairball at least a few times in her life. It’s not pleasant, for your cat or you, but is it … Read More »

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6 Ways to Keep Your Cat Healthy

September 1, 2018

September is Healthy, Happy Cat Month! Of course, our feline friends deserve to be happy and healthy all year. However, this is a great chance to shine some light on … Read More »

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Keeping Your Dog Hydrated

August 1, 2018

Summer can be a great time of year for our canine pals. Fido gets to run and play outside, and maybe even swim or splash around in a kiddie pool. … Read More »

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Signs of Sickness in Bunnies

July 1, 2018

Do you have a pet rabbit? Floppy is a very cute and lovable pet. Just like any other pet, bunnies need proper care to thrive. Your bunny won’t be able … Read More »

Posted in General Health, Illness & Disease, Pocket Pet Care Tagged health symptoms in rabbits, how to tell if rabbit is sick, rabbit behavior, rabbit care, rabbit health, rabbit health symptoms, rabbit illness, rabbit illness symptoms, rabbit sickness, signs of illness in rabbits, signs of sickness in rabbits, symptoms in rabbits, vet Cedar Rapids IA, vet Marion IA
Helping Your Cat Beat the Heat

June 1, 2018

Summer is almost here! As the weather heats up, you’ll want to keep an eye on your feline pal. This can be a dangerous time of year for cats! Fluffy … Read More »

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Recent Posts

Chinese Water Dragon Care

Jun 15

If you have been considering adopting a lizard, you may want to consider getting a Chinese water dragon. As your local Marion, IA vet, I’m happy to offer advice on … Read More »
6 Common Rabbit Care Mistakes

Jun 01

Rabbits are very cute and lovable pets. However, many people fall for their adorable faces and adopt them on a whim, without really understanding what rabbits need to thrive. This … Read More »
Choosing a Pet Frog

May 15

Are you looking for a pet that is small and cute? Believe it or not, a frog may be a good choice for you. For one thing, they’re quite easy … Read More »