Our Kent veterinarians share helpful tips and advice to help you keep your pets healthy and happy.
If you are bringing a dog to the U.S., starting on August 1, 2024, there are new steps you need to take. These steps depend on where your dog has been in the past 6 months.
Rabies is a serious, often fatal disease for dogs and other animals. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent rabies in dogs. In today's article, our vets in Kent discuss how long the rabies vaccine lasts in dogs, potential side effects, and more.
A certain amount of risk comes with any veterinary medical procedure. However, in most cases, the benefits far outweigh the risks when it comes to vaccinations. In this post, our Kent vets list some common reactions cats and dogs have to vaccinations, as well as actions to take if your pet reacts to their shots.
Cardiac arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) are not an uncommon health issue for dogs. While many dogs live long, healthy lives with this condition, unfortunately this is not always the case. Some arrhythmias can indicate underlying issues. In this post, our Kent vets discuss what can cause cardiac arrhythmias in dogs, signs and symptoms to watch for, and potential treatment options.
Whether you're bringing your dog or cat to our veterinary clinic for a routine checkup or medical procedure, they may need bloodwork and diagnostic tests. Here, our Kent vets explain why laboratory tests are important for pets and what they reveal.
Dogs may lose their hair for many reasons that range from allergies to seasonal shedding and even more severe issues like alopecia. Here, our Kent vets discuss common causes of hair loss in dogs.
Have you noticed that your cat's comforting purr has devolved into a persistent cough? This may point to irritation in their airways, lungs, or throat. In this post, our Kent vets discuss potential causes of coughing in cats, and how this symptom may be treated.
No matter your cat's age, routine veterinary care will help you support their ongoing health and wellbeing. Here, our Kent vets talk about why routine exams are essential and how often you should take your cat to the vet for checkups.
In some circumstances, your dog may need additional testing to identify or eliminate the possibility of specific conditions, such as low thyroid in dogs. Here, our Kent vets discuss thyroid hormone testing in dogs, the different types of tests, and what we can learn from them.
In this post, our Kent vets discuss ECGs for dogs and cats, when your vet will order one and how to understand your pet's results.
When you take your dog or cat in for routine exams, your vet can prevent and identify a variety of health issues in your pet. In this post, our Kent vets discuss what you can expect when you bring your pet in for a wellness exam.