While most New Year’s resolutions have fizzled out by now, it’s never too late to make a promise to your pet. Vow to keep your best friend in optimal health all year long to ensure you can enjoy many more happy and healthy years together. To help your furry pal stay healthy, we’ve listed eight [...]
If you’ve ever experienced the pain of a root canal, you know that dental health is not something to be taken lightly. We moan and groan over the slightest toothache, yet our pets, who usually hide their dental disease signs, will eat hard food with loose teeth, abscessed teeth, or no teeth at all. All [...]
Is there anything more exciting than welcoming a new addition to your family? We are as delighted as you are when we receive a phone call to schedule an appointment for a new furry family member. While you can’t choose your human family members, you can pick out the perfect pet for your family. Before [...]
You may be eager to gear up for the holiday season, but are your plans pet-friendly? Many of the sights and smells are tempting for pets, while others can be frightening. By preparing appropriately, you and your pet can enjoy the holidays safely and happily. Many of the potential holiday pitfalls on this list may [...]
Nothing says fall is officially here like the parade of little ghosts and goblins asking the timeless question, “Trick or treat,” but Halloween can be a spooky time for four-legged monsters. Plenty of potentially dangerous situations for pets lurk in the shadows during the Halloween season, so we’re dressing up as teachers and sending you [...]
Osteoarthritis, also known as arthritis or degenerative joint disease, is a condition that refers to the degradation of the cartilage in a joint. Cartilage is the protective layer that covers all the bones in a joint, and keeps things moving softly and comfortably. Unfortunately, arthritis is a common and painful disease in domestic dogs and [...]
Like their human counterparts, dogs experience a range of emotions. They can change from happy and stress-free, to anxious, fearful, and aggressive, depending on the situation. Pet owners must understand these changes, and, more importantly, how these emotions translate into a dog’s body language. Since dogs are unable to communicate vocally, we must rely on [...]
Many see the summer heat as a source of fun and entertainment. However, for pets, the hot weather can be deadly if precautions aren’t taken. The increased temperature, and the increased population of fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes that accompany it, can spell trouble for your furry friend. Holland Lake Animal Hospital wants to help you [...]
Nothing is more heartbreaking than watching your pet whine, shake, drool, or hide when suffering from fear, anxiety, or stress. Some pets become so panicked, they harm themselves or destroy their surroundings in an attempt to find safety. Fear, anxiety, and stress are such common conditions, they’re often given the single term “FAS.” An estimated [...]
We hate seeing our furry friends suffering from allergies, itchy and miserable. Diagnosing and managing allergies in pets is an ongoing battle, because aging pets may suddenly show signs for the first time, or their signs may worsen. Try these tips to battle your allergy sufferer’s itch. #1: Schedule a veterinary visit for your pet [...]