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....
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...
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,...
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...
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. ...
With the weather getting warmer, dog owners will spend a little extra time outside with their pet this spring and summer. Early in the season, we might even forget to bring water or something for the dog to drink out of as the weather heats up. Do your best to plan...
