Aggressive Cat Indicators Submitted by Kendra Guthrie, a licensed technician at Case Veterinary Hospital Approaching an unknown cat is never a good idea, especially if it is sick or injured.  All animals have a natural instinct to cover any weakness so they are less likely to fall prey to predators.  If a cat is hissing, [...]

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER Submitted by Lisa Yackel, Hospital Administrator at Case Veterinary Hospital We are definitely in the throes of summer….afternoon thunderstorms and an over abundance of invitations to pool parties and barbeques.  We call these times the “Dog Days of Summer” and our dogs tend to participate with our families on many of [...]

Submitted by Kendra Guthrie, licensed veterinary technician at Case Veterinary Hospital   When introducing a cat to a dog, one must take things very slowly.  Over time, dogs and cats can develop amicable relationships and live together with few problems.  It may take awhile, even several months or more than a year, but eventually the [...]

At this time of year, we begin to hear stories from our clients about their dog’s fear of loud noises.  Usually, the pet has exhibited these fears all year round but with our summer afternoon thunderstorms and the anxiety of the upcoming 4th of July, clients have the issue more predominately on their minds.  Typically, [...]

This past weekend, my husband and I went to see Marmaduke.  It actually was our Wedding Anniversary “date”, and no, we didn’t take any children with us.  For 31 years, my husband has been wonderful at accommodating my strong love for animals and my chosen career of being their advocates.  For 20 years, we shared [...]

My family lives on the Jerico River and there is nothing better than taking our dogs and our grandson out  to one of the sandbars at low tide.  The dogs and the kids are free to run up and down without bothering anyone and boaters who come by see us there and usually find their [...]

USA Weekend magazine had an article recently that discussed what to do if your child was prone to motion sickness.  Suggestions included making sure the child travelled on a full stomach, keeping the child cool by using a cold compress on the back of the neck, driving gently, avoiding DVD, video games, and reading, and [...]