by Union Lake Veterinary Hospital | Feb 22, 2024 | Blog
Heartworm disease in dogs is a serious medical condition caused by parasitic worms known as heartworms, which can grow up to a foot in length inside a dog’s body. Once they infect a dog, they negatively affect the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of the respiratory...
by Union Lake Veterinary Hospital | Sep 18, 2023 | Blog
Urinary blockages in pets are potentially life-threatening conditions that require immediate veterinary attention. Both dogs and cats can suffer from this medical issue, and recognizing the signs of a problem early is the best way to find the necessary treatment. Keep...
by Union Lake Veterinary Hospital | Jul 21, 2023 | Blog
We like to believe that our pets are invincible. They fit so seamlessly into our lives that it’s hard to imagine a time without them. Unfortunately, issues like heart disease in dogs can significantly impact their lifespans. Spotting and treating health issues early...
by Union Lake Veterinary Hospital | Jun 23, 2023 | Blog
Cats require certain, species-specific care. People who don’t have experience owning cats often make mistakes when trying to care for them. One of the most common mistakes is trying to treat cats like they’re small dogs. Cats are not small dogs, though, and this...
by Union Lake Veterinary Hospital | Jul 28, 2022 | Blog
Although domestication has changed many things about dogs and their behaviors, there are certain instincts that tend to come out that might not make sense to some pet owners. Resource guarding, or “possessive aggression,” is an innate behavior that can show up in dogs...
