Gum is a great way for us humans to freshen our breath, relieve anxiety and pass the time. But for our dogs, it can be a harmful toxin that can result in medical attention if ingested by our four-legged friends. Dogs are vulnerable to some ingredients in gum, most...
With a cooler than usual winter and the season officially shifting here in New England, pet owners must be mindful of the prominence of ticks this year. Ticks are tiny arachnids that may seem harmless, but they carry many diseases that can affect you and your pets if...
By Christie D’Andrea, DVM, Founder of Veterinary Urgent Care Center It’s no big secret that pets make our lives better! Anyone who has the privilege of caring for a pet understands the health benefits of having them in our home. According to the Centers for Disease...
Veterinary Urgent Care Center, a leader in urgent care for pets in the Northeast since 2017, announced it has appointed Heather Geddes, DVM, as the first Chief Medical Director for the growing practice. Dr. Geddes will oversee the veterinary staff and will ensure all...
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...
