Posts in Category: Pet Health & Wellness

While some dogs have refined tastes, most pups will try to get just about anything between their jaws. A little gastrointestinal upset is just par for the course in a wide variety of dog-owning households. Dogs may be able to clear the room, but an upset stomach or sensitive tummy are nothing to laugh at. 

When a canine urinary tract infection strikes, it can be very uncomfortable for you and your dog. Unchecked, it can even lead to more serious issues. Do you know what symptoms of bladder infection in dogs can be, though? Mobile Vet M.D. can help you know when your pup might need help so you can get them some relief sooner!

Any mammal can contract and spread rabies, but the primary carriers involve wildlife such as bats, skunks, raccoons, and foxes. In fact, according to the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, more than 90% of the 5,000 annual U.S. cases of rabies affect wildlife. However, that means approximately 10% of all rabies cases affect companion animals. Since pets can become infected with rabies and potentially pass it on to people, the prevention of the disease is vitally important. Fortunately, the rabies vaccination for dogs and cats is required by law.

In order to better serve pets and their owners, we are excited to announce that Mobile Vet MD is now a part of Englishtown Vet MD! We are happy to provide an expanded comprehensive list of services for pets in the Englishtown area at our physical location, while still offering the comfort and convenience of mobile clinic appointments. 

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.