Feline

Diet and nutrition, vaccinations, preventive parasitic treatments, and emergency services are what most people think about when they visit their Southeastern Massachusetts veterinarian. During a thorough check-up, you will notice the vet at our Dartmouth animal hospital will check the temperature, breath sounds, look at your pet’s eyes, and even check out their mouth. Veterinary…

When most people think about pets and allergies, they automatically remember humans who have allergic reactions to pets. However, pets have allergies just like we do, and many of them have to do with certain seasonal weather changes and their surrounding environment. While cats and dogs do sneeze as an involuntary reaction to an irritant,…

Most people are aware of the importance of good oral hygiene. However, pet owners are just now becoming aware of how crucial this type of veterinary care in Massachusetts can be to their dog or cat’s longevity. While the good news is that pets are less likely to have cavities than humans – it’s all…

Taking care of a pet is a year-round responsibility. However, there are seasonal pet tips that can be used to help you keep up with preventive treatments and services designed to ensure your pet stays healthy no matter what the time of year. In the northeastern states, spring means finally getting outdoors to explore local…

Vet care for cats and dogs should include the vaccines required to protect them from common diseases that can be highly infectious, dangerous, and sometimes even pose a danger to humans. Massachusetts pet vaccinations are required to be given to cats and dogs at various stages of their lives, beginning when they are tiny kittens…

Some traditional sayings hold true for life in New England. As a child, you probably learned that April showers bring May flowers, which reminds us of the springtime rainy season and subsequent floral bloom. Another truthful saying is that puppy love in spring can mean “oodles of poodles” by summer. Unfortunately, while awareness about spay…