Part of our daily routine is brushing our teeth at least twice a day. But have you ever stopped to think about the importance of your pet’s oral health? Your pet’s lack of oral hygiene can be the catalyst for other health problems, so it is important that you visit our veterinary hospital in Chicago […]
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Holiday Stress for Your Pets
Posted on December 3rd, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Holidays can be stressful for your pet too! With the holiday season is here, setting our pets up for success is the key to surviving the guests coming over and the other temptations that abound. Here are some tips to keeping the holiday season peaceful for our four-legged family members. Avoid Table Scraps Keeping your […]
Our Puppy Wellness Program
Posted on November 13th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
There’s nothing more exciting than bringing a new puppy into the family! It’s tempting to want to show your new furry friend off to all of your friends and family right away but try to do so in a private space. Exposing your puppy to public parks and other public places where dogs have been […]
Atrocious Leptospirosis
Posted on October 12th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
Living in the beautiful city of Chicago has a lot of perks: the bean, deep dish pizza, Garrett’s popcorn, and so much more. But there is something else lurking that we don’t necessarily want – raccoons and rats. Although Pocahontas and Ratatouille are great Disney films that teach us that Meeko and Remy are friends […]
3 Signs Your Cat Needs a Vet Visit
Posted on October 4th, 2018 by Kathy Fitzpatric
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 […]
