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Summer in Webster, even with all its warmth, can cause a lot of trouble! Excessive heat, severe weather, and flooding are just a few concerns that cause significant stress to your family and pets. To help you and your cat or dog enjoy summer to its fullest, our animal hospital team has come up with…

Are you considering adopting a new puppy this Christmas? Puppies are popular Christmas presents that are brought home for children, and there is a lot to take into consideration both before you bring your new companion home, and after they have come into your home. These 5 points created by our in house dog trainer,…

Cats: They’re notoriously mysterious. They hide their illnesses well, often rule the home, and only want affection when they’re in the mood for it. Some cat breeds have average lifespans of nearly 20 years, while others might only live for 10. Most cats will begin to show visible age-related changes between 7 and 12 years…

As the unofficial start to summer, Memorial Day is a great excuse to get outdoors. But whether you’re partying, barbecuing, or just soaking up some rays, it’s important to keep your pet’s safety in mind at all times. To prevent any Memorial Day mishaps, we’ve put together some tips to help protect animals during the…

Recognizing the signs of arthritis pain in our pets can be a difficult task.  While it’s true that pets can slow down with age, it can also be a sign that they are hurting.  It’s uncommon for dogs and cats to vocalize if they are experiencing arthritis pain.  Consider the following behaviors that could mean…

It’s getting really close to dental month and while that is important, I want to talk about why it’s important we focus on this issue all year long. First and foremost, a pet with an unhealthy mouth IS PAINFUL. Many owners are unaware or don’t want to believe this is true but animals feel pain…

We see a huge number of patients with atopy in the Houston area.  It is a frustrating disease to treat and manage but help is available.  First we’ll go over some basic information on atopy, what we can do diagnosis and then finally treatment. Who can get atopy?  Atopy can affect both dogs and cats but…

With the holidays quickly approaching, I wanted to discuss some common toxins and general hazards to be aware of during this time.  Many of the items on this list are well known while others may be a surprise.  Common Hazards: Electrical cords-New cords used to plug in holiday decorations can be very tempting for pets. …