When people think about pets, the first thing that comes to mind is a dog or a cat. But owning a bearded dragon, sugar glider, hedgehog, guinea pig, snake, or any other form of exotic animal can be a uniquely rewarding experience. It’s important to know that they...
When you notice a strange lump under your dog’s skin it is only natural to worry. One common cause of these lumps is a sebaceous cyst. These are benign (non-cancerous) growths that form when a hair follicle or oil gland becomes blocked. While these cysts are often...
Bodhi is a 11-month old Rhodesian Ridgeback and the excitement level of getting a new Kong toy was almost too much for him. How much? He enjoyed his new toy so much that he swallowed it whole and needed surgery at Veterinary Urgent Care Center of Braintree to have it...
Lilo is a curious cat from the Worcester Animal Rescue League. One night, this little kitten stuck its limb out the front of its cage and got it caught on one of the pieces of metal in the grate. This resulted in a puncture wound to poor Lilo. And it was pretty deep. ...
It’s almost Easter, and we all want our houses to be festive and colorful this time of year after a long winter. While flowers are a great way to brighten up any Easter holiday, there are some flowers that can be very dangerous for our cats. Lilies are beautiful and...
With spring upon us in New England that also means it’s the unofficial start of tick season. These tiny parasites become active as temperatures rise, putting both humans and pets at risk for tick-borne illnesses. If you’re a pet owner, it’s essential to take...
