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
The Rising Threat: Why Heartworm Prevention for Pets is Now More Vital Than Ever
In recent years, the conversation around climate change has intensified, and rightfully so. The warming of our planet is not only affecting weather patterns and ecosystems but also posing unexpected risks to our furry companions. Among these risks, one particularly insidious threat is the increased prevalence of heartworm disease in pets. Surprisingly, this risk is not confined to low-lying areas but extends even to higher altitude climates.
Holiday Giving: Supporting Animal-Related Organizations for a Paw-sitive Impact
As the holiday season approaches, amidst the festive cheer and joy, it’s a wonderful time to extend our compassion beyond our homes and into the lives of our furry friends. Animal-related organizations tirelessly work to provide care, shelter, and love to animals in need. In this season of giving, let’s delve into the significance of supporting these organizations and how our contributions can make a profound difference in the lives of animals.
Understanding Pet Allergies: Symptoms, Behavior Changes, and Relief Tips
At Alpine Animal Hospital, we believe in compassionate care and understanding the “why” behind pet behavior. As we transition into spring, many pets experience allergy symptoms that can impact their health and even their mood. This month, we’re diving into common allergy symptoms, how allergies can affect behavior, and simple ways to help your pet feel better.
Keeping Your Pets Safe: Poison Prevention Awareness Month
As pet lovers we cherish our furry companions and strive to keep them safe and healthy. March is Poison Prevention Awareness Month, a crucial time to raise awareness about common hazards that can pose a threat to our furry family members. In this blog post, we’ll explore essential tips and precautions to help you safeguard your pets from potential poisons and ensure their well-being. Understanding Common Pet Poisons Household Products:
We Do House Calls
Do you dread taking your dog or cat to the vet? Many people do! The experience can be exhausting for both you and your critter! Here, at Alpine Animal Hospital, we have many options to help provide the best medical care with low stress handling, a Fear Free environment, and we even do HOUSE CALLS!
National Immunization Awareness Month
Happy August, my favorite month of the year! It’s also national pet immunization awareness month. Living in a global pandemic, we can all understand the importance of immunizations, or vaccines, for keeping our pets safe. Vaccines work by stimulating an immune response by familiarizing their system to the specific disease particle. Having this pathogen-specific immunity allows them to respond faster if they are exposed and prevent or lessen the severity of signs associated with the disease.
What Quality Means to Me as a Veterinary Nurse
Quality veterinary care is extremely important and essential to the health and wellbeing of companion animals. Not only does this benefit pets, but it also aids in caregivers’ mental wellbeing knowing that their pet is receiving quality care that will insure a long and lasting relationship with their companion. Alpine Animal Hospital strives to provide exceptional quality veterinary care to the animals of the Roaring Fork Valley by keeping our facility and equipment updated and our team educated.