Vaccinations Veterinarian In Northeast Philadelphia

Puppies, kittens, and any Newly Adopted Pet need to be seen as soon as possible upon adoption/purchase for a full physical examination.  Puppies and kittens should be vaccinated at approximately 8, 12 and 16 weeks of age so that they can form a proper immunity to common diseases.

Wintertime Pet Hazards Veterinary Hospital In Northeast Philadelphia

Exposure to the winter’s dry, cold air, snow and ice can cause problems for your dog resulting in dry, flaky skin and chapped paws. Different threats and hazards can put our pets at risk during the wintertime season including dangerous chemicals from ice-melting agents that can be licked from your pet’s paws. With preparation and Proper Care, steps can be taken to make sure your pet is safe during this time of year.

Does your pet have heartworm disease

Our World of Animals Veterinarians recommend that every dog aged 1 year and over be tested once a year for heartworms and be given heartworm prevention (after a negative test) once a month all year long.

Bathing Your Dog Northeast Philadelphia Veterinarian

There are a variety of factors that have to be considered in your dog’s bathing routine such as the breed, coat, health and activity of your dog. Healthy dogs who spend most of their time indoors may only need a bath once or twice a year, while a dog who is actively outdoors may need a bath more often, especially after some fun in the mud! Be careful not to over-bathe your dog. Bathing too frequently can actually dry the skin and coat and make your dog itchy. Excessive water in your dog’s ears can sometimes start an infection. 

Lyme Disease In Dogs Northeast Philadelphia Veterinarian

 Lyme disease is the most common tick-transmitted disease worldwide and it occurs frequently in our area. This illness is caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi that is carried inside the tick and is transferred through the bite of this insect to other living organisms. When the bacterium has entered the bloodstream, it will then travel to different parts of the body, causing bodily harm to certain organs such as the joints. Although humans have a visual aid to help indicate the possible infection of Lyme Disease, it is a little trickier to identify it in our canine companions. Approximately 5-10% of dogs that have become infected show symptoms that they contracted the disease, making it extremely difficult as a pet owner to distinguish this infection. The most common physical symptom that pet owners can notice on their dogs is a developed lameness in their dog’s legs due to inflammation of their joints. 

Northeast Philadelphia Veterinary Hospital

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