15 Best Small Exotic Pets for Apartment Living
Are you looking for an exotic pet to share your apartment with? Today, our Mechanicsburg vets share 15 of the best small exotic pet options that may fit your apartment lifestyle.
Pet Care Tips
What Happens When My Dog Gets a Cavity?
Dental health issues in dogs can be just as problematic as they are in people. If you've ever developed a cavity in one or more of your teeth, you know they can be uncomfortable. Dogs can develop cavities too and here, our Mechanicsburg vets explain the causes, symptoms, and treatments of cavities in dogs.
How Often Should I Take My Bunny To The Vet?
As a loving bunny owner, you want to make sure your bunny receives the care they need to live a long and healthy life. In this blog, our Mechanicsburg vets share how often you should be taking your bunny to the vet and discuss the importance of routine exams and veterinary care for your rabbit.
What Every Puppy Owner Needs to Know About Parvo in Puppies
Parvovirus is a highly contagious often deadly virus that is spread between dogs through contact with infected dogs or contaminated objects such as bowls or toys. Below are Mechanicsburg vets share facts about parvovirus that you need to know to help keep your four-legged friend healthy.
What Osteoarthritis in Dogs?
Osteoarthritis is a progressive, degenerative condition that worsens over time in dogs. Although there is no cure for this painful condition, our Mechanicsburg veterinarians can provide treatments that may help manage symptoms and allow your dog to live a good quality of life as they age.
What is degenerative myelopathy (DM) in dogs?
Degenerative myelopathy is a genetic disorder that can affect your dog's spinal cord and severely limit mobility. Our Mechanicsburg veterinarians explain more about this crippling condition in dogs.
Dog Allergic Dermatitis: What Can You Do About It?
At Silver Springs Clinic, we often see dogs with "hot spots" or allergic dermatitis (also called atopic dermatitis). Dogs often develop these skin conditions when they are exposed to an allergen. In this post, our Mechanicsburg vets discuss ways you can recognize the different types of allergic dermatitis in dogs and how they are treated.
Treatment and Prevention of Rabies in Dogs
Rabies is a highly contagious and lethal virus for pets; fortunately, it is preventable through vaccinations and preventive care. Our Mechanicsburg veterinarians are available to discuss rabies symptoms and how to keep it from infecting your dog.
Ear Mites in Cats
Ear mites are a common external parasite that is highly contagious. They can cause severe ear and skin irritation in cats and dogs, as well as infections that cause excessive itching, scratching, and health problems. They are more common in cats than in dogs, and they are relatively simple to treat. Our Mechanicsburg veterinarians list the symptoms, causes, and treatments for ear mites in cats here.
Vaccine Reactions in Dogs
Vaccinations protect your dog from a variety of serious illnesses, but owners are frequently concerned about vaccine-related side effects. Today, our Mechanicsburg veterinarians discuss the most common vaccination side effects in dogs, as well as what to do if your dog reacts negatively to their shots.