As dogs enter their golden years their health needs will be more apparent and the more help they will need with making sure they stay happy and healthy. Our Bakersfield vets discuss nutrition in geriatric dogs and how adding vitamins and supplements to your pet's diet can help prevent veterinary conditions.
We spend a lot of time with our feline friends but one thing we may never think about is how old they are getting at any given point in time. Today our Bakersfield vets discuss at what age a cat is considered senior, how to spot signs of aging, and the special care requirements that an aging cat might need.
Is your dog approaching or experiencing their golden years? Are you wondering how you can help them comfortable at this stage in their life? Today our Bakersfield vets discuss senior dog care and what you can do to provide the best care for your beloved pet during their older years.
Ear mites are an external parasite that is known for infesting and creating major irritation in the ears of our beloved pets. Today our Bakersfield vets discuss ear mites in cats, what symptoms to watch for and how you can help treat your feline friend.
To keep your beloved canine companion safe from a variety of serious diseases that could affect their quality of life you should ensure that they receive regular vaccinations. Our Bakersfield vets discuss how vaccines help protect your dog and when you should bring your puppy in for their shots.
Vaccinations and preventive care are crucial to the life-long health of your beloved pet, but what are the risks involved? In today's article, our Bakersfield vets talk about whether or not your dog can have a reaction to the Bordetella vaccine and what side effects to watch for.
Kittens are just like puppies and human children in the respect that they also have a set of baby teeth that fall out. Here, our Bakersfield vets talk about the ways you can tell if a kitten is teething and how you can help to relieve the symptoms.
While your vet will always do everything possible to keep all of your dog's teeth healthy and intact, there may be situations in which disease or decay is too advanced and removal is the only option. Here, our Bakersfield vets discuss what you can expect from dog tooth extractions and why they might be necessary.
Vaccinations are essential for keeping our cats and kittens healthy and safe from serious diseases. Our Bakersfield vets recommend ensuring that your cat has received all of the core pet vaccinations in order to provide an adequate level of protection for lifelong health and happiness.
If your cat is over the age of three then chances are that they are experiencing some form of dental disease such as gingivitis. Our Bakersfield vets discuss what gingivitis is in cats along with the signs and symptoms and how you can care for your cat's teeth in the long run.
Stine Veterinary Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vet is passionate about improving the health of Bakersfield companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.