With humans, it’s easy to tell when a visit to the doctor is necessary. However, with cats, the signs that something is wrong may be subtler. They instinctively hide their pain as a defense mechanism to survive in the wild. As pet owners, it is important that we are aware of our pet’s behaviors, so […]
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Celebrate National Dog Day on August 26th!
Posted on August 14th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
If you didn’t know that August 26th is National Dog Day, you do now! Whether you have a dog of your own or you’re celebrating from afar, use this day to celebrate all of the special four-legged friends in your life. The goal of National Dog Day is to celebrate all dogs regardless of breed, […]
Keeping Your Pet Safe in the Heat
Posted on July 11th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Imagine how quickly you overheat on a warm summer day. Now imagine enduring those temperatures as an animal! With temperatures climbing consistently into the 80s and 90s in the Chicagoland area, now is an important time to make sure that your pet is healthy and safe. Here are some hot-weather safety tips from our vet […]
June is Adopt-a-Cat Month
Posted on June 7th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
According to the American Humane Association, June is a month dedicated to adopting cats. If you are considering adopting a cat, there are some things that you should know before doing so in order to be prepared. Our veterinarian in Chicago wants to make the process as seamless as possible. Here’s what you can expect […]
Protecting Your Dog from Lyme Disease
Posted on May 10th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Unfortunately, Lyme disease doesn’t only affect humans. Our furry, four-legged friends are also susceptible to Lyme borreliosis. In fact, it is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases in the world, but only 5-10 percent of affected dogs show symptoms. While our vet in Chicago offers convenient options for flea and tick prevention, it’s important […]
