Aging is hard! Just ask anyone reading this if their eyesight was the same as it was five to ten years ago. Like it is for humans, eye health is incredibly important for our pets, especially as they age. Senior pets may have reduced vision or coordination. Poor...
With the change in seasons, it’s time to get outside with your pet and enjoy the Spring weather. It’s also time to be more vigilant with tick prevention and treatment if you do find one of the insects on your furry friend. Ticks are small, blood-sucking parasites that...
Heart disease is a common health issue in pets, particularly in older dogs and cats. As pets age, their risk of ailments, including heart disease, increases. Our experts at Veterinary Urgent Care Center compiled a list of symptoms you should monitor or be mindful of...
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or intoxication from marijuana is something we often see at Veterinary Urgent Care Center, particularly more so now given the increased prevalence and legality of the substance in Massachusetts and neighboring states. Dan Mordarski, DVM, of...
Remember the notes your mother used to leave for the babysitter when they would go out for the night? It had all the emergency information, important contacts, and other instructions in case of emergency. Well, pet sitting is like that also. Having a friend or sitter...
