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 […]

When your dog gets sick or is acting differently than normal, it can be extremely scary. Your dog is likely your best friend and a family member, not just a pet. When you visit our veterinary hospital in Chicago, you will get top-notch care from the moment you step in the door to the moment […]

We are all excited that spring as finally sprung up around us, but we need to keep our pets in mind while we defrost after a cold winter and prepare to enjoy springtime! Veterinary hospitals in Chicago are here to help this spring season by helping us safely prepare our pets for the warmer weather. […]

Once you bite the bullet and purchase a pet, taking care of them becomes one of your top priorities in life. But turning your snout to your dog’s bad breath may have serious health consequences in the long run. February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and our Chicago vets are here to help educate […]

Pets age, and at a more rapid rate than humans do. While the old rule of “one human year equals seven cat years” may be simple, it isn’t a hard and fast rule by any means. In general, though, you can assume that cats aged eight or older can be considered “seniors”. However, some cats […]