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The VUCC Blog

Signs of Heart Disease in Older Pets
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...
Help! My Pet Might Be High on Marijuana
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or intoxication from marijuana is something we see often 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...
Information Your Pet Sitter Should Know
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...
Tips for Socializing Your Pet Bird
On #NationalPetBirdDay, Dr. Erika Cervasio of VUCC Quincy offers some tips on how best to socialize your bird in your home. Dr. Cervasio is a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP), specializing in Avian, Canine and Feline Practice. Birds...
When Should You Spay or Neuter Your Pet
Now that I’m a few months into having my new pup, Parsley, I get asked the question a lot by folks who also have younger animals...”When should I spay or neuter my animal?” It’s a great question and it comes with so many different factors to consider. Personally, I...
Creating Routine for Your New Puppy
Veterinary Urgent Care Center knows that you have a million questions when it comes to welcoming a new puppy into your home. Our very own Katie Holmes, DVM, is a veterinarian at VUCC Quincy and recently welcomed Parsley, an adorable yellow lab, into her life. Dr....
Importance of Heartworm Prevention
Heartworm disease was once less common here in New England, but with the influx of pets coming from the southern states we have seen more prevalent cases in dogs, cats, and even exotic mammals. Heartworm disease is a serious disease that can become fatal if not...
Tips for Life With a New Puppy
Veterinary Urgent Care Center knows that you have a million questions when it comes to welcoming a new puppy into your home. Our very own Katie Holmes, DVM, is a veterinarian at VUCC Quincy and recently welcomed Parsley, an adorable golden lab, into her life. Dr....
Pets and Fireworks Don’t Mix
There is nothing more symbolic of summer than fireworks. Watching the sky light up with beautiful colors can be a great time for us humans. Our pets, not so much. If your pet gets anxious, nervous, frightened or tries to run and hide when they hear a loud noise in...
What To Do If Your Pet Has Ear or Skin Mites
The thought of small, spider-like creatures crawling around in the ears or on the skin of your pet sounds like it’s straight out of a horror movie! Unfortunately, mites are common and cause itchiness and sometimes infections. So if you suspect your pet has mites,...
How to Host a Safe BBQ for your Pets
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to summer. And yes, that means the return of backyard barbecues! It’s a great chance for us to get friends, families, and even our pets together to celebrate, kick back, and relax in the nice weather. But not everything...
Tips to Handle Heat Stroke in Dogs
When the weather gets hot, we can find ways to cool off. Unfortunately for our dogs, that’s not the case. Our dogs are wearing winter coats all year round. When we experience consistently high temperatures, it can be very hard for our pups to function in the heat. ...
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