Autumn can be a delightful season for both pets and their owners, but it comes with its own set of costs. From increased parasite activity to other seasonal dangers, here’s what you need to know to protect your pets this fall, courtesy of the team at VetExpress! Flea and Tick Infestations One of the most…
Parvovirus, often simply called Parvo, is a highly contagious and potentially life-threatening disease that attacks a dog’s intestinal tract. While vaccination remains the best way to prevent Parvo, even vaccinated puppies can become infected before their vaccinations take full effect. In that situation, or in circumstances where vaccination beforehand wasn’t possible, urgent care access becomes…
There are many conditions that VetExpress Animal Urgent Care is well suited to treat due to their time-sensitive nature. One of them, in particular, stands out when it comes to dogs: Bloat. Bloat, also known as Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV), is a life-threatening condition requiring immediate action. It can strike any dog breed, but it’s more…
Pets: They’re just like us! Well, not really. In certain ways, however, our pets are susceptible to the same health problems that we are, and one of the most straightforward examples of this concerns allergies. The team at VetExpress Animal Urgent Care has dealt with many allergic reactions, and for the most part, our services…
While it’s generally pretty cute as traits go, curiosity can backfire at times, and not just for cats! Unfortunately, accidental poisoning is common and quite serious for any animal affected. As spring moves toward summer and the weather warms, Lily toxicity in cats and snake envenomation of pets both become more common. With Easter just…
When your pet needs medical attention and your primary care veterinarian isn’t available, it can be tempting to rush to the nearest emergency hospital without pausing to think things through. However, pets in need of care outside of normal business hours are often best served in an urgent care facility. While emergency medicine is obviously…
