Did you know that Blaze ferrets and other breeds of ferrets are susceptible to heartworm disease in much the same way as dogs and cats? Heartworms can be up to a foot-long and are capable of invading the heart, lungs and blood vessels of your Blaze ferret. Unlike dogs, a single heartworm can cause severe damage to ferrets. Thankfully, there is a heartworm prevention program available for ferrets similar to the program available to dogs and cats. Talk to your vet about placing your ferret on a prevention program. Your vet will most likely conduct a blood test first to verify that your ferret is free of heartworms. He will then start your ferret on monthly oral medication to prevent heartworms. The best form of protection is prevention. Call your veterinary clinic North Phoenix, AZ today and ask how you can protect your Blaze ferret from heartworms.

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Living with a canine companion that has diabetes can be a life changing experience for both you and your four-legged friend. Always talk to your vet about any questions you have relating to your Akita’s diagnosis and treatment for diabetes. It’s always better to ask then to guess when it comes to your Akita’s health. When it comes to treating and managing your Akita’s diabetes, it is important to know that medication is not the only treatment. In most cases medication along with a change in diet and exercise routine is needed to help your Akita fight diabetes full force. Keeping routine vet appointments and monitoring your Akita’s blood sugar is also part of the managing and treatment process. Although there is no cure for canine diabetes, following a treatment plan and changing diet and exercise can alter the severity of the diabetes in your Akita. Talk with your veterinarian North Phoenix, AZ to ... Read more »

Sneezing is a common occurrence in humans and many animals including the Syrian hamster. In most cases, an occasional sneeze here and there is a harmless occurrence. However, if your Syrian hamster is sneezing excessively you should call your vet to schedule a wellness exam. Constant sneezing could be a sign of a more serious illness. For instance, excessive sneezing could be an indication of allergies, a cold or even the development of an infection. If your Syrian is sneezing a lot, check o see if he has a runny nose or watery eyes. Ask yourself if you’ve noticed a change in behavior. Watch out for coughing as well as a change in appetite. Always let your vet know about your hamster’s symptoms and alert him of any sudden changes. A cold can turn into pneumonia pretty quickly for hamsters. Talk to your vet Scottsdale, AZ for more symptoms to watch for.

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