Does your pup love the dog park? He runs off steam, plays with other dogs, and gets a bit of exercise at the same time, but bad etiquette from humans or dogs at a dog park can ruin the experience for everyone! Nobody will want to return to a dog park that’s unsafe, unsanitary, or […]
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When To Replace Your Dog’s Collar or ID Tag
Posted on November 24th, 2014 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Having a pet ID can make all the difference in bringing dogs home. Microchipping your pet is a permanent pet ID that will last the life of your pet. Some quality pet collars and tags can last the lifetime of your pet, but generally speaking may need to be replaced from time to time. Here […]
Microchips can help your pet find its way home
Posted on June 30th, 2014 by Kathy Fitzpatric
It’s every owner’s worst nightmare – a lost pet. Accidents can happen to even the most careful people; a gate left open by a repairman, an indoor-only cat slips out the door while relatives are visiting, a loud noise, such as fireworks, scares a pet into running. According to PetAmberAlert.com, more pets go missing around […]
Health Alert: Lyme Disease
Posted on May 12th, 2014 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Our mission at Portage Park Animal Hospital has always been to provide the best medical care for your animals. Part of that responsibility includes making treatment and preventative recommendations based on changing disease patterns in our area. Over the past year or so there has been a tremendous increase in the cases of Lyme disease […]
