Posts in Category: Pet Health & Wellness

Most of us can’t help but laugh when it comes to cartoons and jokes about cats vomiting. While it’s true that our feline friends do seem a little more prone to puking than your average animal, it doesn’t make vomiting in cats a normal thing. If you have a nauseous kitty friend, read on to learn whether your cat’s habits are normal or something to have checked out. If you think your cat’s vomiting has been abnormal or excessive please request an appointment for your cat to see our veterinarian.

More Than Hairballs

Most cat vomit is chalked up to hairballs, and for good reason. It is not uncommon to find a small (or large) amount of hair when cleaning up after kitty. This may have more to do with what happens to be in the stomach, though, than the cause of the vomiting. Continue…

The phrase “all systems go” originated in the 1960’s in preparation for space shuttle launches. Now, it’s commonly used to describe anything that’s simply ready to go. In reference to your pet, it can be said that regular wellness visits lead to a long, healthy life. When paired with proper nutrition, physical exercise, and disease prevention, pet wellness care is truly a “go,” and the team at Summeridge Animal Clinic is ready for launch! Continue…

In modern society, more and more of us are questioning traditional care modalities, such as vaccinations. Are they really needed? Are the risks greater than the benefits? Is the disease in question even a real threat?

While we want all of our pet parents to be educated about the vaccines that we recommend for their pets, we also want them to understand that we do not take pet vaccination lightly. Immunizations, especially the rabies vaccination, are more important than ever for our household pets. Continue…