Posts in Category: Pet Health & Wellness

Cat owners typically go the extra mile to provide their kitties with all the items they enjoy and prefer. Since cats have highly unique predilections, any small change could lead to a significant litter box problem.

Red, irritated, goopy, and gross—no matter how you look at it, eye problems in pets can be pretty yucky. From eye infections in dogs to cats with allergies, Mobile Vet MD has you covered when it comes to eye trouble.

A common cause of heart disease in large-to-giant dog breeds, dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) can affect certain dogs in middle age and senior years. Rare in cats and small dogs, DCM may have nutritional links in addition to possible genetic ones. To provide the best possible care to your dog, it’s always important to stay in front of both known and unknown risk factors. Dilated cardiomyopathy is a significant illness to be aware of to prevent and treat developing symptoms.

There are few things in this world better than kittens. But kitten overpopulation leads to overcrowded shelters and unnecessary euthanasia. Most feline mating occurs without cat owners recognizing the signs. Unfortunately, a cat’s freedom and capacity to reproduce creates a perfect storm for cat owners and communities struggling to control the homeless pet population. The best strategy is to ensure that spaying or neutering cats is a priority. The obvious benefit is to prevent unwanted litters, but the procedure has long-term health benefits, too! 

When a pet figures out the link between begging and a food reward, you have reached a point of no return. From then on, pets might resort to begging to get what they want, despite owner exasperation and impatience. It works because they look so cute doing it (and all we want is to make them happy), but there are many reasons why owners should discourage begging. In fact, training a pet not to beg is actually better for their overall health and well-being.  

One in four adult dogs and one in five adult cats have diabetes—a condition that occurs when your pet’s body can’t produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. It’s fatal if left untreated, and there’s no cure.

Caring for your pet is a two-way street, and when it comes to maximizing your pet care experience, Mobile Vet M.D. wants our clients to know all the tips and tricks of making the most of a vet visit. Communicating with your veterinarian doesn’t have to be hard. Read on to learn how to do it well. 

Your pet’s routine wellness exam plays an important role against the development of disease. The chance to detect an illness as early as possible increases the odds that treatment will be effective and long-lasting. In the case of a pet cancer diagnosis, there’s a great deal to consider and worry about. Unfortunately, pet cancer is not uncommon. The good news is that many types can be treated successfully. We are here to help you navigate the choppy waters so you can help your pet through.

Welcoming a new puppy into your home is an exciting time. This time comes with lots of getting to know one another and setting some expectations for living together. Puppy potty training can be an intimidating part of this new journey, but Mobile Vet M.D. hopes our pro tips will make it a little less overwhelming for both of you. 

With excellent care from you and dedicated veterinary professionals like those at Mobile Vet M.D., our feline patients are living longer lives than ever before. This means, though, that we care for more cats in their golden years than ever before. Understanding senior cat health and potential diseases that affect aged felines is an important part of caring for them successfully, and we are here to help. 

Common Conditions in Older Kitties