BBQs, Bones & Bloat: Urgent Pet Problems You Might Not Expect This Summer
August, in particular, is a peak time for BBQs, and while your dog might be begging for a taste of the action, many summer cookout favorites can pose serious health risks.
Learn About Lepto and Protect Your Pet!
Springtime in Texas means more outdoor fun with our dogs, but unfortunately, there’s no such thing as a free lunch. Each season comes with its own set of perks…and its own hazards, too. That’s as true for your pet as it is for you. Warmer weather and increased rain raise the risk of exposure to…
Autumn Hazards for Dogs and Cats: What Every Pet Owner Should Know
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: Protecting Your Pup with the Latest Treatment Options
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…
Canine Bloat? VetExpress Animal Urgent Care Can Act Fast to Save Your Dog
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…
Allergies, Anaphylaxis, and Protecting Your Pet
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…
Know the Signs: Common Toxins That Can Harm Your Pet
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…
Urgent Care vs. Emergency Care: Which One’s Right for Your Furry Friend?
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…
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