Dental problems in cats can cause them lot of pain and lead to other health problems. Today, our Beacon veterinary team explains how to recognize dental health issues in your cat, the most common dental diseases in cats, and how to prevent or treat these issues.
Our Beacon veterinarians explain how to tell if a dog dental chew is worth buying, which factors you should consider, and the safety tips every dog owner should remember.
If your dog or cat is booked to have an x-ray (radiograph) or CT scan, you may be wondering how the appointment will work and how you can prepare. Below, our Beacon vets share what you can expect when you bring your dog to us for an x-ray.
Veterinary diagnostic tests are an exceptional tool used by our Beacon veterinarians to help us pinpoint the cause, extent, or seriousness of your pet's illness or injury. Depending on your pet's condition, the type of pet diagnostic test used will vary. Below are a few of the tests that your vet may recommend to help diagnose or treat your dog or cat.
Parvovirus is a highly contagious and often fatal virus that is passed from dog to dog through contact with infected dogs or contaminated objects like bowls or toys. Our Beacon veterinarians have compiled a list of parvovirus facts that you should be aware of in order to keep your four-legged friend healthy.
Your dog has an X-ray (radiograph) coming up. You may be wondering about the process during the appointment and how you can prepare. In this post, our Beacon vets explain what you can expect when you take your dog for an X-ray.
Preventive care including routine vaccinations is the best way to provide your new pup with the protection they need. Today, our Beacon vets talk about why vaccinations are important and what your pup's vaccine schedule may look like.
If your dog is experiencing knee pain because of a torn cruciate ligament (the equivalent of ACLs in humans), surgery may be your best bet for treatment. Here, our Beacon vets look at 3 surgery options for treating this very common knee injury in dogs.
Having your pup spayed or neutered prevents unwanted pregnancies and litters and also curbs undesirable behaviors. These procedures can even reduce the risk of certain diseases in your dog. Here, our Beacon vets walk you through what you need to know about having your puppy undergo one of these procedures.
If you notice that your cat has developed an ear hematoma, you might be wondering how to help. Today, our Beacon vet team talks about the causes of aural hematomas in cats, symptoms, and treatment options.
Our vets at The Beacon Veterinary Associates are now accepting new patients! Our experienced team of veterinary professionals are passionate about giving the cats and dogs of Beacon the health care they need. Contact us today to schedule your pet's first appointment.
