Long Valley Animal Hospital Blogs

Senior Pet Winter Care Guide As winter arrives, senior pets need extra care to stay comfortable and safe. Cold temperatures can aggravate joint issues and pose various risks, so it’s essential to adjust their environment and routine. Here are some practical tips to...

Senior Pet Emergencies: Know the Warning Signs As our pets age, their needs change, and they may become more prone to health issues. For senior pets, knowing when to seek urgent or emergency care is vital to ensuring they live long, healthy lives. In this post, we’ll...

The Importance of Fecal Exams and Parasite Prevention We want to highlight the importance of preventative care during this special month. From fecal exams to heartworm, flea, and tick prevention, here's why taking these steps can make a world of difference for your...

Why Your Cat Needs a Yearly Vet Visit As cat owners, we want our feline friends to live long, healthy, and happy lives. One of the best ways to ensure this is by scheduling regular veterinary check-ups . But how important is it for an annual cat check-up? In this...

Decoding Excessive Paw Licking in Pets: When It's More Than Just Grooming As pet owners, we often notice our furry companions engaging in various grooming behaviors . From cleaning their fur to licking their paws, these activities are usually harmless and instinctual....

Strategies for Keeping Your Pet's Weight in Check Keeping our furry friends at a healthy weight is as crucial as maintaining our own. Obesity in pets can cause numerous health problems such as diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease. Nevertheless, with proper diet,...

The Importance of Adult Dog & Cat Wellness Visits As your dedicated veterinary team, we want to highlight why wellness checks for adult dogs and cats are crucial for their health and happiness. What Are Wellness Checks?These routine exams are not just a formality;...

Spotting Osteoarthritis Symptoms in Your Pet Have you noticed your furry friend slowing down or having difficulty getting up after resting? Osteoarthritis, a common joint disease, can affect our beloved pets just as it does humans. Recognizing the signs of...

Warning Signs: How to Tell if Your Pet Has Heartworm Disease Heartworm disease, caused by parasitic worms that reside on the right side of the heart in pets such as dogs, cats, and ferrets, is a serious and potentially fatal condition. It is transmitted through the...

How to Deal with a New Puppy in Your Home Although we think every day should be puppy day, National Puppy Day falls on March 23 this year. If you’re planning on welcoming a new puppy home soon, these are some of the best ways to help them settle in. #1: Prepare for...