Although you can likely identify some common household toxins, you may be unaware of the many toxins that can cause your pet a life-threatening illness. March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month, and while you may assume your pet is always safe in your home, this outlook impedes your poison prevention game. To help you [...]
Pennsylvania winters can chill you to the bone, and the freezing weather can be hard on your pets, too. The risks extend far beyond keeping your pet warm, and you should take precautions any time the temperature dips to ensure your pet stays safe. Our team at Milford Animal Hospital has the hot tips you [...]
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and, to celebrate, we’re tapping into our creative side. Rather than lecturing you about the importance of your pet’s dental health—don’t get us wrong, it’s very important—we’ve written a poem to artistically express why your pet’s dental care matters, and how you can protect your pet from the [...]
Pets never seem to live long enough, even if they are an Australian cattle dog named Bluey, who holds the record for being the oldest dog at 29 years and 5 months. Although Bluey was an exceptionally old dog, remember that age is just a number, and that quality over quantity is best. To help [...]
Pets occasionally get sick and hurt, but some conditions can be prevented by regular wellness screenings. Our Milford Animal Hospital team wants to explain reasons why these visits are so important to ensure you don’t delay scheduling your pet’s appointment. #1: Pets conceal vulnerabilities You may think you will know if your four-legged friend has [...]
Socialization is one of the most important aspects of a puppy’s development, and essential for raising a healthy and well-adjusted dog. Through socialization, puppies learn to interact with other animals and people, laying the foundation for future appropriate behaviors. Without proper socialization, puppies are at risk of developing anxious and fearful behaviors that can be [...]
Feeling anxious about your pet having surgery is completely normal—you no doubt worry how the procedure will affect your pet, their post-surgical pain, and their recovery time. Our Milford Animal Hospital team is committed to providing the most advanced veterinary care with innovative technology that allows us to better care for your pet. Laser surgery [...]
You hate that your pet needs a procedure that will leave them hurting. Laser therapy is a drug-free, non-invasive treatment method that can help reduce your pet’s pain. Laser therapy, which uses light to penetrate the skin and tissue to open up blood flow and help accelerate the body’s natural healing process, can be used [...]
Thanksgiving is almost here, which means your pet is probably rehearsing their best begging techniques—the sad eyes, the pleading paw on your leg, and a well-timed growl that sounds like an empty stomach’s cry for help. But, before you share a turkey treat or a squash sample, learn the difference between safe and unsafe Thanksgiving [...]
Americans love Halloween, and festivities and decorations seem to get more elaborate every year. However, as you plan your eerie evening, ensure you take time to safeguard your pet, because the spooky holiday holds many pet hazards. Our Milford Animal Hospital team wants to help by providing information about potential dangers your pet may encounter [...]