Kidney Disease in Pets
Did you know that kidney disease is the #1 cause of death in cats over 10? Or that nine out of every 1000 dogs examined suffer from kidney disease? March is National Kidney Month and because this condition is so common and can be deadly, it’s important families be aware of the symptoms of kidney (renal) disease. […]
Puppy Prep 101
National Puppy Day is March 23rd—and in addition to encouraging puppy adoption from shelters and rescues, it’s also a day to create awareness about the best way to care for these pawsome friends who give us an unconditional lifetime of love. At JBVH, we have a plan for puppy care that will make sure your […]
Protect Your Pets From Poisons
What’s lurking in your house that could make your pet sick? Turns out, lots of things. National Animal Poison Prevention Week is March 17—23, and we want you to be aware of substances that should stay out of paw’s reach! Human medications. Keep them in sealed containers and locked away as pets might see loose […]
Preparing Pets for Disaster
Natural disasters can happen without warning and just like their human families, pets need to be prepared. Making sure your animals are ready of a catastrophic event (earthquake, flooding, heavy snow) can help make it less disastrous for all of you. One of the first things you need to do is make sure all your […]
A Safer Way to Get Your Pet’s Meds Online
Ordering pet meds and prescription food online is so convenient, right? Click a few buttons, type in a little info and products are delivered to your door. JBVH has our own VetSource online pharmacy, If you use online pharmacies, we encourage you to purchase your pet’s prescription preventatives, medications, and diets from that site for […]
Pet Steal Your Heart?
If so, it could be a serious problem! With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s important to keep all those heart-shaped boxes of treats out of paw’s reach. Chocolate is extremely dangerous to both dogs and cats. The toxic substance in chocolate is theobromine, and it is present in all chocolate—even the white kind. As […]
Senior Pet Health Month
September is Senior Pet Health Month! Did you know that your pet is considered a senior at age 7 or 8? Our senior pets have given us so much love and joy over the years! We can return the love through understanding and caring for their changing needs. Read our Senior Pet Health Month News
Fourth of July Pet Safety
The 4th of July is full of good times with family and friends, great food and spectacular firework displays. While this spells fun for us, it can be a frightening and potentially hazardous time for our pets. Sadly, we have many calls for pets that go missing during this time. Keeping your pet indoors, providing […]
