Why is it so hard to get an appointment with your vet right now?
Why is it so hard to get an appointment with your vet right now? A client’s cat became sick one recent Sunday. She called five local veterinary emergency clinics but none were able to see her. COVID has taxed the veterinary industry in a way we haven’t seen before. In a short amount of time,…
How to Prepare Your Pet for Fireworks: Tips to help calm their anxiety
How to prepare your pet for fireworks In the midwest, summer is full of celebrations involving fireworks. We LOVE our fireworks! Unfortunately, most of our pets do not. Some aren’t upset by the explosions, while others are so scared they may injure themselves. We have seen pets that have jumped through plate glass windows from…
Two cats and a dog in the US have tested positive for COVID 19- what does this mean??
Two cats and a dog in the US have tested positive for COVID 19- what does this mean?? Last week, we learned that two cats in different areas of New York tested positive for COVID 19 – then this week we learned that a pug in North Carolina tested positive as well. Many people are…
FAQs About Pets and COVID-19
With new information still continuously coming out, our team of highly educated & trained veterinarians are here to keep you informed and help answer your questions regarding your furry companions and COVID-19. Can my cat or dog infect me with COVID-19? o As of now, there is no proof that pets (including cats and dogs)…
Fleas and Ticks in the Winter: Frozen or Flourishing?
Fleas and Ticks in the Winter: Frozen or Flourishing? After the first frost of the season, it may be tempting to skip Fluffy’s dose of flea and tick prevention, but contrary to popular belief, fleas and ticks can still be a threat in the winter. Although near-freezing temperatures will kill adult fleas living outdoors, not…
What to Expect When You’re Expecting…a Fur Baby!
What to Expect When You’re Expecting…a Fur Baby! The excitement of bringing home a new puppy is unrivaled to most, but there can be a lot of uncertainty and questions for new pet parents or if it has been awhile since a new four legged fur baby has been in your home! Puppies…
Companion discusses pet allergies & factors on CBS Chicago
Our very own Dr. Amanda Schnitker at Companion Animal Hospital River North was featured on CBS Chicago! Watch the video to learn more about pet allergies and what do do if your pet has a serious allergic reaction, also known as anaphylaxis. Severity of allergies in pets can vary, just like in humans, and can…
Did you know one third of all dogs suffer from noise phobia?
Thunderstorms and Fireworks are here! Noise phobia Noise phobia is a common disorder in our pets, and is thought to affect one third of all dogs. Common signs of noise phobias can include; pacing, lip licking, panting, cowering, hiding, refusing to eat, trembling and shaking to name a few. Does your pet exhibit these signs?…
Help your pup conquer seasonal allergies with Cytopoint!
Help your pup conquer seasonal allergies with Cytopoint! With warm weather right around the corner, allergies are starting to act up. Just like humans, many dogs are affected by seasonal allergies. Allergies in dogs show up as skin problems, typically signaled by licking, biting, scratching, etc. The discomfort from the allergy itself can be doubled…
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