Halloween is a sweet, spooky time for us and our kids, but it shouldn’t be sweet or spooky for our pets! Many things associated with Halloween put our pets in danger. Here are a few important safety tips to follow to make sure your pets...
To keep your pet safe and to get the best offers in the long run, we suggest purchasing prescription and flea medications through your vet instead of through online pharmacies. When you order through Newberg Veterinary Hospital, you support a local business. Plus, anytime you order...
As our pets age, their bodies and behaviors often change. Owners often assume that these changes are just signs of aging, but that isn’t always the case. For example, diseases like arthritis, dental disease and obesity can cause changes in movement, eating habits, weight and...
Sources of Fish Oil Wild salmon have historically been an important fish used for omega-3 fatty acids because of their high fat content. However, as they have been overfished quantities have declined. Farm-raised salmon do not off the same levels if the important EPA and DHA...
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can affect dogs and cats. The bacteria that causes it are spread via the urine of infected pets and wild mammals, which remains infective for up to six months. Pets who spend a lot of time in the water,...
With the recent legalization of recreational marijuana on July 1, we would like to make pet owners aware of potential health risks to your pets resulting from ingestion. While generally not fatal, ingesting this plant can have serious effects. Symptoms of pet marijuana poisoning include...
Much like its owner, a cat’s behavior changes as it matures. As the rebellious days of youth fade, a wiser, more leisurely companion emerges. Between ages 8 and 11, a cat enters its senior phase of life and considerable physiological changes occur. A slower, more...
Learning to understand your cat’s behavior is the best way to strengthen the pet-owner relationship. Unlike dogs, cats are naturally independent, solitary animals. Feline behavior is often subtle and less obvious, making it difficult to figure out what they are trying to tell us. Common...