Monsters Inside
The Animal Planet program “Monsters Inside Me” is not a fictitious program. There are many parasites in this country that not only prey upon our canine and feline friends, …
From The Doctor’s Desk
What Is a Fear Free Practice?
For many pets the act of getting in the car and going to the veterinary office induces fear, anxiety, and stress. They are taken from a place of safety …
Puppy Training Basics Part 1 – Crate Training
Why Crate Training Is Important • Crate training helps with potty training. • A crate makes traveling with your dog much easier. • Crate training is an important aid …
Common Surgical Procedures At Falconbridge Animal Hospital
Every day veterinarians are faced with a variety of surgical challenges. While some surgeries are scheduled in advance, others must be done on an emergency basis to treat a …
What Is A Nutrition Consult?
Did you know we provide nutrition consults free of charge for any of our current patients? When we think about a nutrition consult, for many of us the first …
Stealth Pain
Hiding Pain Like most cats, Maggie is great at hiding pain. At her annual physical, the doctor checked her mouth and noticed an angry, red sore on her lower …
Canine Influenza In The Triangle – June 2017
Canine influenza has recently been diagnosed in the Triangle, and is highly contagious. The current strain in this area appears to be H3N2. A vaccine is available for this …
Age Is Not A Disease
With age comes a higher risk of certain diseases. The diseases we see more frequently in older cats are hyperthyroidism, renal failure, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, and lymphoma. While …
Is Annual Blood Work Worth It?
I am often asked about annual blood work. Questions range from, “I’m here for a wellness exam. Why should I have it done when my pet is healthy?” to, …
Got Halitosis? Dental or Gum Disease Can Cause Bad Breath
Does Your Pet Have Halitosis? Most often feline and canine bad breath is caused by dental or gum disease. Plaque and tartar are the main culprits for an unpleasant …