Dental disease is a common problem in pets, and a professional veterinary dental cleaning should be part of your pet’s regular wellness care to fully evaluate their mouth and remove damaging bacteria. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team highlights seven facts you should know about these important procedures. #1: Professional veterinary dental cleanings are important to [...]
Oral health is critical to your pet’s overall wellness. Dental disease is the most common oral complication in pets, but the condition frequently goes undiagnosed. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team wants to optimize your pet’s oral health, and we offer information that you need to know about pet dental disease. Periodontal disease in dogs and [...]
Is there less bounce in your senior cat’s pounce? Is your purr-fect predator more likely to balk than stalk? Is your mighty hunter more interested in chasing Z’s than their motorized mouse toy? If so, they may be suffering from feline arthritis. But, because cats hide their discomfort to avoid appearing weak, owners may miss [...]
Do your New Year’s resolutions mostly focus on your health? If so, why not share them with your pet? Everyone needs an accountability buddy, and who could be a better buddy than your four-legged friend? Check out these New Year’s resolution recommendations from the Bayview Animal Hospital team and make this year the best one [...]
Imagine you are walking past a pet supply store that happens to be hosting a pet adoption event, and you happen to lock eyes with the most adorable puppy you’ve ever seen, who happens to share the name of your favorite second cousin—twice removed. You’re overcome with love and decide the universe is sending you [...]
When your pet is sick, do you worry that you or your family could catch the same illness—or, vice versa? Given how close we are with our pets—literally and figuratively—these are legitimate concerns. Therefore, the Bayview Animal Hospital team shares important information about zoonotic diseases and steps you can take to reduce infection risk to [...]
The holidays mean something different to everyone—including our pets. We may love including them in the holiday festivities, but sometimes we forget that what we think of as fun may not be much fun for them. Take some time to consider your holiday plans from your pet’s point of view. Our Bayview Animal Hospital team [...]
The pet obesity epidemic is a serious problem in the United States and around the world. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) 2018 survey estimates that 54% of dogs and 58% of cats in the United States are overweight or obese. Numerous health risks are associated with pet obesity, and studies have shown that [...]
If you suffer from a chronic back problem, you know how painful and debilitating the condition can be. Back pain takes a toll on your physical and mental health, and can make the smallest task feel insurmountable. Your dog can develop back problems that are equally painful, and negatively affect their quality of life. You [...]
If you are lucky enough to own a cat—or describe yourself as being owned by them—you already appreciate their awesomeness. Cats are cute and cuddly—except when they’re not—and they have that je ne sais quois that’s completely irresistible. Cats are mysterious creatures, and researchers continue to learn more about their charming and complex personalities. While [...]