October 30, 2008
Sweet treats and family meals are a hallmark of the holidays,
but for many of our furry friends, these same indulgences can be
dangerous. Dr. Mark Stickney, Director of General Surgery Services
at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine
& Biomedical Sciences, tells us how we can keep our pets safe
while enjoying the holiday season.
One of the m... (Read More)
October 23, 2008
As the weather turns colder and the holidays approach, many pet
owners start thinking of the adorable Halloween costumes and cozy
sweaters they can put on their pets. While these outfits can be fun
and festive, the wrong outfit can cause harm to your animal.
Dr. Mark Stickney, Director of General Surgery Services at the
Texas A&M University College of Veterinary M... (Read More)
October 16, 2008
Taking care of our pets is a year round commitment. However,
caring for our animals is more than simply making sure they have
food, water, and shelter each day. Making sure they visit their
veterinarian for regular check-ups is vital to their well being as
well.
October is National Pet Wellness Month. Sponsored by The
American Veterinary Medical Association and Fort D... (Read More)
October 10, 2008
In the past few years veterinary medicine has made leaps and
bounds in the types of procedures that are available for animals.
Pet medical histories are beginning to resemble that of their
owners. Cancer treatments, pacemakers and other surgical procedures
are becoming more accessible and common for our furry friends.
With the rising costs and variety of pet procedure... (Read More)
October 02, 2008
Hurricane season isn't over yet. In the wake of Hurricane Ike's
wrath, we are again reminded of the stress and chaos that can come
from evacuations. Though a difficult time for everyone, pet owners
have the added responsibility of making sure their furry (or scaly)
friends are safe.
First and foremost, do not leave your pets behind. If the
situation is not safe for yo... (Read More)
September 25, 2008
Sunday (Sept. 28) is World Rabies Day, a global effort to raise
awareness in support of animal and human rabies prevention. This
day was set aside to educate people around the globe about the
impact of rabies, how it can be prevented and how to eliminate the
sources that contribute to the death of 55,000 humans from rabies
worldwide.
In support of this effort, Dr. Leo... (Read More)