Celebrating Senior Pet Health Month: Cherishing Our Senior Companions
November is Senior Pet Health Month, a time to recognize, celebrate, and support the special needs of our beloved senior pets. Just as with people, our pets’ needs evolve as they age. Cats and dogs become more prone to certain health issues, such as arthritis, dental problems, and cognitive changes, and they may require additional care to maintain their quality of life. In this month’s blog we are going to discuss these common concerns as well as offer some tips for things to do at home to support your senior pet.
Understanding Pet Obesity: Causes, Risks, and Prevention
Obesity is an increasingly common problem among pets, and it can lead to serious health complications if not addressed. Just like humans, pets can gain excess weight due to various factors, and this extra weight can have detrimental effects on their overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore the causes of pet obesity, the risks and side effects associated with it, and, most importantly, how to prevent it.
Celebrating International Day of Veterinary Medicine: A Tribute to Our Evolving Profession
Every December, we come together to celebrate International Day of Veterinary Medicine, honoring the remarkable progress in our field and the dedication of veterinary professionals worldwide. This day not only highlights our essential role in animal health and welfare but also underscores how veterinary medicine has transformed over centuries to meet the needs of a changing world.
Holiday Hazards
Happy Holidays everyone! This year has been stressful and overwhelming for everyone, and we all deserve some socially distanced time with family during the holidays. While you and your family are enjoying your time together don’t forget to keep an eye on your pet(s). During the holidays, we typically see an increase in the amount of pet toxicity cases and they are often centered around a large meal or dessert table. At Alpine Animal Hospital we are committed to keeping you and your beloved pets safe. Here is a list of some holiday hazards.
Why Pet Insurance is a Smart Choice for Your Furry Friend
When it comes to our pets, we want nothing but the best for them. They are family, after all. But just like with any other family member, unexpected medical emergencies can arise, leading to unexpected costs. This is where pet insurance comes into play, providing peace of mind and financial protection when your pet needs it most. In this blog we are going to discuss why you should consider insurance for your pet and why Alpine Animal Hospital recommends you make it part of the long-term care plan for your companion.
Celebrating National Pet Travel Safety Day 2025: Ensuring Safe Journeys for Your Furry Companions
Whether you are returning home from the holidays or starting off 2025 by traveling with your pet, being prepared for your trip is a necessity. National Pet Travel Safety Day, observed annually on January 2nd, emphasizes the importance of safeguarding our pets during travel. Be aware, inter-state and international travel with your pet both have requirements, but they are VERY different. Understanding and adhering to pet travel requirements is crucial for a safe and stress-free journey.
January is National Train Your Dog Month
January is National Train Your Dog Month. Based on what I have seen out in the world, as well as inside our veterinary hospital, there is no general standard for what a “trained dog” looks like. People have different expectations for how dogs should “behave” and what types of behavior they find acceptable or not.
Canine Separation Anxiety
A tough, but pretty common problem, often seen in canine patients is anxiety. Some level of short term stress is healthy for an animal, and even humans, because it allows us to survive and thrive despite threats to our well-being. However, when the stress becomes long-term negative side effects may occur leading to unwanted behaviors and health risks.
Taking Care of Your Senior Pet
By Jolee Stegemoller, DVM As our pets age their needs change, just as ours do! When your pet comes to our office for a preventative care visit, we are interested in a few additional things than if your pet were a young pup! Monitoring weight and appetite are important for assessing problems with metabolism, cancer, endocrine diseases, internal organ dysfunction, and issues with dental disease. It is always helpful if you can remember the brand and amount of food your dog or cat is fed daily.
A Social Media Story
Modern society has become so integrated with the digital world that is can often be difficult to function when things go “wrong.” Power outages and internet failures can lead to a disruption of businesses and can make simple acts like paying a bill much more challenging. Along with this digitally reliant world, the social media world has also exploded in recent years. Although it has brought people across the world much “closer,” sometimes is can be challenging to remember that actions taken on social media platforms can have very rea