Are you a pit bull lover? Well, then, you can help spread appreciation and education for pit bulls on National Pit Bull Awareness Day (NPBAD), which is October 26, 2019. American Pit Bull Terrier The American Pit Bull Terrier is a purebred dog breed recognized by the United Kennel Club, Continental Kennel Club, and American Dog [...]
Are you interested in a Holistic Approach to Healthcare and the many benefits for your pet? At MainStreet Veterinarians, we practice both conventional as well as alternative animal healthcare centered on love, empathy, and respect. A holistic veterinarian while treating an animal will determine the best combination of both conventional and alternative or complementary therapies for a [...]
Are you interested in a Holistic Approach to Healthcare and the many benefits for your pet? At MainStreet Veterinarians, we practice both conventional as well as alternative animal healthcare centered on love, empathy, and respect. A holistic veterinarian while treating an animal will determine the best combination of both conventional and alternative or complementary therapies for a [...]
As you know, there have been major heat advisories across the Nation this summer. As humans, we have to be careful with the heat and our health. We also need to do the same for our furry loved ones. Here is some information to help you beat the heat this summer. General Rule Use common [...]
We get these questions from our patients' owners about this subject often: how much should my pet weigh? Is my pet overweight? Is my pet too thin? Obesity in pets is an increasingly common problem. Being overweight is a very real condition with very real consequences to your pet’s health. The consequences of poor weight [...]
Have you ever lost a pet and you were worried sick? Your furry loved one bolted out the front door, backyard or car and ran away. The fear and panic are a horrible feeling that we might never see our loved one again. Don’t put yourself through this unnecessary experience. That is why June is [...]
April 30th is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day which was created as a way to raise awareness for thousands of pets that are waiting for and needing adoption from shelters. Did you know that approximately 6.5 million companion animals are taken into U.S. animal shelters every year? Of the 6.5 million, 3.3 million are [...]
In 2019, National Poison Prevention Week is March 17 – 23. This week is an opportunity to highlight the dangers of poisonings for people and animals of all ages and promote community involvement in poisoning prevention. John F. Kennedy “On September 26, 1961, the 87th United States Congress passed a joint resolution (Public Law 87-319) [...]
Bad breath in a dog is often dismissed simply as “doggy breath”. But in fact, it may very well signal periodontal disease, which is the most common ailment suffered by dogs and cats over 3 years of age. Preventing periodontal disease can result in longer, heathier lives for our pets. Unfortunately, pet owners often ignore [...]
Everyone knows that your cat or dog needs regular checkups to stay healthy. But do you know how often they should be seen by a Vet? It depends on your pet's life stage. Here is information about puppies/kittens, adult pets and seniors: Puppies/kittens Right from when they are born to around 4 months of age, [...]
