Here at Towne Center Animal Hospital, we have always taken pride in keeping a very clean facility, even before the outbreak of COVID-19. With this new coronavirus, we are taking even further measures to keep everyone safe. Safety Measures Since our opening, our policy has been to clean and disinfect examination rooms after every
At Towne Center Animal Hospital, we recently added a new machine: a cold laser. How can this be helpful for your pet? In this post, we’ll go over what exactly a cold laser is, how it works, and what conditions it can treat. What is a cold laser? Cold lasers are also known as “low
Pyometra is a condition that occurs in female, unspayed dogs, where their uterus becomes infected, leading to life-threatening illness. Middle-aged and older female dogs who have not been spayed are at risk for pyometra. What causes it? When a female dog is ready for pregnancy, her body will prevent immune system cells (i.e., white blood
If your cat has frequent, painful urination containing blood, or can’t urinate at all, there is a good chance your cat may have feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). What is FLUTD? FLUTD is an umbrella term for disorders that affect the feline bladder and urethra. It affects between 1-3% of cats, most commonly middle-aged,
Think you may be interested in pet insurance? Here are some facts about pet insurance you may want to consider: You can choose your own veterinarian—no worries about your vet being “in-network.” You simply forward your vet’s bill to the company for reimbursement. A pet can get insurance regardless of
As pet owners, we're responsible for keeping our companions happy, healthy, and safe. There are many common household items that can pose a danger to your pet's health, so we've compiled a list of substances that can be dangerous for your pets to ingest. This isn't a complete list, so if you're ever unsure about
Dogs and cats can fall victim to many different types of parasites. Because many of these parasites live in their intestines, veterinarians will take stool samples during your pet’s annual wellness exam to check for signs of intestinal parasites. Intestinal parasites are not uncommon, especially in young animals, which is why wellness exams are
Proper dietary nutrition is one of the keys to good health and longevity for our pets. In this article, you’ll learn about the nutritional requirements for both dogs and cats. Then, we’ll discuss how to provide your pet with a balanced diet, including how to choose the right type of food, if you should
Vaccines are an important part of your pet’s preventative health care plan. They protect your pet from contagious diseases, some of which are fatal, like rabies or hepatitis. Routine vaccination is an important tool in preventing illness and keeping your dog or cat healthy, even if they are primarily indoor animals. But there is some
Recently, you may have seen news stories about canine influenza breaking out in Chicago. What is canine influenza, exactly, and how could it affect your pet? Also known as dog flu, it’s a contagious respiratory disease in dogs caused by a virus known as the canine influenza virus (CIV). Dogs of any age, breed and
