Recognizing and Responding to Heatstroke in Dogs

Recognizing and Responding to Heatstroke in Dogs

ByDr. Abdellah

We all know Texas can bring some serious heat and humidity. And while we can seek air conditioning, our canine companions mostly rely on us to keep them cool. Failure to do so might lead to heatstroke (hyperthermia), a life-threatening emergency in which a dog’s body temperature rises dangerously high, leading to organ damage and…

Fireworks Fright: When Urgent Care Can Help Your Stressed Pup

Fireworks Fright: When Urgent Care Can Help Your Stressed Pup

ByDr. Abdellah

The Fourth of July brings dazzling fireworks displays to beaches and backyards alike, but while these pyrotechnic spectacles might be thrilling for humans, their loud explosions can be terrifying for canine companions. At VetExpress Animal Urgent Care, we’ve seen that fireworks are capable of inflicting severe stress with potentially dangerous consequences, with the potential to…