There are several ways you can care for your pet’s teeth every day.A complete home dental care program for your pet often will include brushing as well as a special pet food that helps care for your pet’™s teeth while he or she eats. Even if you aren’t able to brush your pet’s teeth every…
We know times are tough and Stockton Hill Animal Hospital is trying to make it a little easier to care for your pet’s teeth during the month of February. As always, we are offering free dental exams, so we can evaluate your pet’s teeth to see what they need to have done and to discuss…
If you are like me, my dog Chubbs IS my kid. I love her and want her to live the longest life she can. I also like getting kisses from her, I like her breath smelling good and I like her feeling her best and being pain free. I know that keeping her teeth healthy…
Pancreatitis The pancreas is a gland in the abdominal cavity near the stomach and liver that produces enzymes which aid in the digestion of food. The gland also secrete insulin, a hormone that helps to regulate blood sugar levels. A lack of adequate insulin results in diabetes. When the pancreas becomes diseased it will often…
This was sent to us from the Bodenhamer’s of their cat “Pass” trying to get into his food bag free project management app. We thought it was pretty funny and wanted to share it with all of you to enjoy. Pass and the food bag
*** Update 8/21/09- It is with much sadness that I must tell you that little Kai passed away in the early morning hours today. Tonja wrote me to let me know. He had been doing very well so this was quite unexpected. Please join me in expressing our deepest sympathy to Tonja. May Kai live…
Mosquitoes don’t discriminate. They bite you, they bite your cat. But when they sink their teeth into your feline friend, they might cause more than an itch. Mosquitoes can transmit heartworm larvae to cats. If these microscopic larvae settle in cats’ lungs, they can cause big health problems. There’s no cure for feline heartworm disease,…
There are many toxic items that your pet can get into at home. Toxic substances can be found in your cabinets, back yard, or even at your dinner table. Here are a few tips to help keep your pet safe and avoid an emergency trip to the veterinarian. People Food: Foods like raisins, grapes, avocado,…
Spaying or neutering your pet will give you the peace of mind that his or her puppies or kittens will never be euthanized in an animal shelter, experimented on in a testing facility, or die on the streets. Approximately 4 million animals (that’s over 450 animals an hour) are humanely euthanized at animal shelters every…
As pets age their needs change. When their faces start to gray and their steps start to slow, there are ways to ensure your pet’s senior years are comfortable and healthy. Supplements: At Stockton Hill Animal Hospital we carry Resources™ products. These all natural supplements help animals of all ages to feel their best the…