PetDocks Veterinary Hospital Blogs

Holiday Safety Issues: Christmas Trees and Pets   Your Christmas tree likely steals the show each holiday season, but your showstopper holds a lot of hazards for your furry pal. When decking out your tree this year, be aware of the following potential safety...

Indoor Enrichment for Pets When the Weather is Bad   Turn to indoor enrichment activities when bad weather strikes and your pet is going stir-crazy from being cooped up indoors. These games will exercise not only your furry friend’s body but also their mind,...

Embrace the Season of Giving Back: How to Help Less Fortunate Pets   November marks the season of giving back! Here are three ways to help out less fortunate pets in your local pet community this holiday season!   #1: Donate needed supplies or cash to an...

A Pet-Friendly Thanksgiving Feast   Thanksgiving is full of delicious foods, but people and pets can overeat during the festivities. If your furry friend overindulges, this can lead to a messy outcome, like diarrhea and vomiting. In addition, Thanksgiving can...

October is Pet Obesity Awareness Month. Overweight and obese pets have become a “large” issue in the veterinary industry over the past years and continues to be a growing concern all over the world. The Australian Veterinarian Association reports 41% of pets...

How to Recognize Pain in Your Cat Your feline friend may experience pain and be hiding it for numerous reasons, including joint issues, dental problems, urinary tract infections, and kidney disease. It's essential as a cat owner to educate yourself on the subtle pain...

Your outdoor pet essentials range from their leash to their plastic baggies and even to a chew toy or two. Some of those tasty chew toys might be wreaking havoc on your pet’s teeth and gastrointestinal tract. The PetDocks Veterinary Hospital wants to help you avoid...

The thought of having to go through an emergency surgery or developing a life-threatening illness is an easy thing to think about. The same goes for your four-legged friend. Before getting to that point, having pet health insurance can help prevent hefty costs down...