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September 28th is world rabies day and all of us at Babcock Hills Veterinary Hospital, P.C. want to spread awareness about rabies and how to protect your pet from this devastating condition. While most people are aware of rabies, they aren’t quite sure what it is and how it can affect their pet. So, what…
During the month of September, we are having our Bi-Annual Dental Awareness Month. We are offering a $50 discount for all dentals done in September, as well as 7% off all dental care products. Having a needed dental procedure performed on your pet can greatly reduce the risk of other diseases that are caused by…
While conflicting opinions on spaying and neutering may exist, there are many benefits to getting your pet spayed or neutered for both the owner and the pet. In fact, neutering or spaying your pet may be the best decision for them if you want them to live a long and healthy life. Spaying is carried…
Have you ever seen your dog or cat become fidgety, anxious and hyperactive when there are fireworks or a thunderstorm? Your dog or cat may start breathing heavily, bark or meow consistently with wide eyes. If so, your pet may have loud noise phobia. Pets with loud noise phobia may either try hurting themselves or…
Your dog is important to you, so it follows that you want to treat him or her right and provide only the highest quality food. This makes sense, as better food will lead to a healthier, happier life for your furry friend. By researching and finding the best dog food, you are doing a favor…
Asthma is a common and sometimes debilitating condition that affects millions of humans every day. You may not know, however, that it is also a common problem for many of our pets. The month of May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Asthma can be a scary condition and, if left untreated, can cause…
The Humane Society of America estimates that over 60% of American homes have pets. Dogs and cats remain the most common pets in America, accounting for more than 90% of the total number of pets in the country. This trend is quite encouraging as it means humans are showing love to other species more than…
Congratulations! Your animal family is growing. This is an exciting time for everyone involved. Not only are you getting a new furry animal companion, but your existing pets are also. Just like people meeting for the first time, animal introductions can be awkward, uncomfortable, and sometimes tricky. Of course if at all possible, we always…
As humans, going to the dentist is built into our normal health and wellness routine. We regularly go once a year, if not every six months, to visit the dentist and make sure our teeth and gums are healthy. For your pet though, trips to the dentist are not as frequent, if at all. Your…
The new year can be a great time for focusing on healthy resolutions, not just people, but dogs, too. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, roughly 53 percent of dogs in the U.S. are overweight or obese. After being cooped up indoors for months on end and typically eating more than usual, the…
