Dogs
3 Important Facts About Heartworms
April is National Heartworm Awareness Month! Are your pets protected? Here’s what you need to know.
The Pet Owner’s Coronavirus Blog
Ever since the first reports of a novel flu-like virus originating in China, Haines Road Animal Hospital has continued to monitor the COVID-19 investigations and new developments.
Choosing the Right Food for Your Dog
Choosing the right diet for your pet is one of the most important things that you can offer them. Unfortunately it is not a simple question, even for a healthy pet.
The Benefits of Spaying or Neutering your Pet
Puppies and kittens sure are cute, but every year millions of unwanted dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens, are euthanized. Spaying and neutering prevents unwanted litters, helps protect against some serious health problems, and may reduce many of the behavioral problems associated
How to Brush Your Dog’s Teeth at Home
Establishing an at home dental care routine is an important part of your dog’s overall health. You would never think to go days without brushing your own teeth, and it’s no different for your pets.
Top 5 Reasons Your Pet Needs a Professional Dental Cleaning
Did you know that dental disease affects nearly 85 percent of dogs and cats over three years of age? Imagine the equivalent—a human not brushing his/her teeth for 20 years—and you can easily understand why!
New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Pet
Happy New Year! Need some inspiration for your resolution list? Why not include a few “to do” items that will benefit your pet, too? Check out our top five suggestions just for pet owners and their four-legged friends:
How to Clean your Dog’s Ears in Three Easy Steps
Regular ear cleanings are essential for managing chronic,
How to Spot an Ear Infection in Your Dog
Did you know that some dogs are more prone to ear infections than others? It’s true. Floppy-eared dogs like Cocker Spaniels, Basset Hounds, and other long-eared dogs tend to have more ear infections than dogs with upright ears. So do dogs who swim a lot.