Our Tamberly Animal Hospital team knows pet nutrition can be confusing, with many myths floating around. As a dedicated pet owner, you want the best for your four-legged friend, but being able to separate fact from fiction is tough. We debunk common pet nutrition myths, from beliefs that wet food causes obesity to views that [...]
With longer days and pleasant nights, summer may be your and your pet’s favorite season. However, the heat, humidity, and sun pose health hazards to your furry friend. Pets can suffer from heat-related illnesses, dehydration, and sunburn. If you want to enjoy the great outdoors with your pet, follow our Tamberly Animal Hospital team's essential [...]
Cats are now largely indoor pets, but they are still susceptible to several viral diseases that can cause significant illness or death. From common infections, such as feline herpesvirus, to more serious conditions, such as feline leukemia virus and feline immunodeficiency virus, understanding these diseases is crucial for effective prevention and management. Our Tamberly Animal [...]
In a purr-fect world, your pet could tell you when they are sick. In addition to being unable to speak, pets are particularly good at masking their pain, just as animals in the wild must hide their injuries to avoid predation. Knowing how subtle your furry pal's health signs can be, you need to learn [...]
Your pet’s breed determines many of the traits you love such as your four-legged friend’s temperament, stature, personality, and behavior. However, some genetic traits can also be responsible for specific pet health conditions. Many medical issues primarily affect certain breeds, from musculoskeletal issues to allergies to cardiovascular problems. Our Tamberly Animal Hospital team explains breeds’ [...]
Welcoming a cat into your home comes with the responsibility of understanding and catering to their natural instincts and behaviors. While indoor cats may not have the same exploring opportunities as their outdoor counterparts—although they are much safer inside—there are ways to ensure they lead fulfilling lives while satisfying their primal instincts. Allowing your cat [...]
Ensuring your pet receives necessary medication is pivotal for their well-being, but administering it can pose a challenge. Our Tamberly Animal Hospital team understands the importance of making medication administration as stress-free as possible for both you and your furry friend. Although administering medication to your pet may seem daunting, when you take the right [...]
If you’ve been dragging your feet on analyzing pet health insurance policies, wait no longer. Our Tamberly Animal Hospital team is here to provide a comprehensive overview of everything you need to know about purchasing an insurance policy that fits the needs of you and your pet. We explore policies’ benefits, potential drawbacks, and factors [...]
Pets who reach the final quarter of their expected lifespan officially become seniors. During this life stage, they require much of the same care as when they were younger, but may also need some extra help. Arthritis, obesity, and mobility issues are common, and many other chronic diseases can strike in older age. The Tamberly [...]
Chronic pain, such as that caused by osteoarthritis, can take a tremendous toll on your cat’s wellbeing and quality of life, but determining whether your feline friend has arthritis is difficult because they instinctively hide signs of pain and discomfort. Our Tamberly Animal Hospital team wants to help you recognize arthritis signs in your cat [...]