Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects dogs, cats, and other mammals. Caused by a parasitic worm called Dirofilaria immitis, heartworms primarily target the cardiovascular system, leading to severe health complications if left...
If you’ve ever noticed that your pet has some swelling under their skin after sustaining an injury or a bite, they might be dealing with an abscess. These are particularly common after misunderstandings at the dog park or in the case of our feline friends, after...
By Tom Layman, Director of Communications, Veterinary Urgent Care Center “How quickly can you get to my hospital?” Those were the words that no pet owner wants to hear. But that’s exactly the words that were coming from Dr. Christie D’Andrea, CEO of Veterinary Urgent...
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...
