'General information' Category
Beware of "Dog"
Submitted by Danny Misch Although it is very likely many people have never seen a coyote near their home before, or anywhere in real life for that matter, coyotes are actually lurking everywhere. The point of this blog post is not to care anyone but is to inform the reader. Coyotes, like many wild animals, [...]
Enjoy the Holidays–safely!
Once again the holiday season is here. Every year we see cats and dogs that have been given some of the holiday food and we think we are sharing with our pets but actually we are putting them at risk of illness, some cases that are life threatening requiring hospitalization. Vomiting and diarrhea are 2 [...]
Ticks are on the prowl again!
Just a reminder that ticks are still present and are becoming active again in the autumn months. Just today a Labrador presented with a deer tick (this tick transmits Lyme’s disease) attached and the skin was inflamed. Ticks are carriers of many diseases some of which are Lyme’s disease, Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted fever, and [...]
Halloween–Beware of "Spooky" Treats!!!
(submitted by Betsy Kubisz) Just because you’re enjoying some spooky Halloween treats does not mean that it’s safe for your pets to do the same….notably candy and gum! Candy, especially chocolate, and gum, especially sugar-free using xylatol, can be toxic (poisonous) to your pets. You’re pets are attracted to the smell but do NOT let [...]
Leptospirosis–What you don't know could kill you!
Oak Hill Animal Clinic is committed to the highest standards of care for our clients and their pets. Veterinary medicine isan ever changing science that requires us to reevaluate our policies and procedures on an ongoing basis in order to provide you and your pet with the best possible care. Leptospirosis is the most common [...]
When to neuter or spay?
First of all let me say that I am the first to agree there are too many unwanted puppies and kittens in this world already. Responsible pet ownership is of highest priority. The standard recommendation for years has been to neuter/spay your pet at 6 months of age. The reasoning behind this is that this [...]
Identify your pets!
It is so important to have your pets identified so that if they become lost they can be readily returned to you . This week we had a Dachshund/Hound mix brought to our office. The lady found it wandering the street. She had checked at several houses in her neighborhood and had posted signs. The [...]
Freedom Bark Park
Congratulations to Freedom Bark Park! They are Dog Fancy’s Best Dog Park in America 2009! Located locally in Lowell, IN. Volunteers donated more than 2700 hours to build the park and it was built entirely through donations, no taxes and no money taken from the parks and recreations fund. It was opened in October 2008 [...]
Dog Park our recommendation
This entry is submitted by one of my receptionists, Betsy Kubisz. Thanks Betsy! Spring is almost here, so it’s time to start getting outside with your dog…..and there’s a great way to do that – at a dog park! Not only will your friendly pooch get some good socializing in, but YOU will too! You [...]
