Your cat needs a collar to help the people she comes into contact with understand that she has people who care about her and a loving home to call her own. While you understand this as well as the need to attach her identification tags to her collar, you don’t particularly understand the need for a break-away feature. Does your cat really need this?

While it may seem counterintuitive to give your cat a simple way to get out of the collar you hope she keeps on, this feature is completely essential for your pet’s safety. Cats have a knack for getting into tight spaces and areas you wouldn’t think they would want to explore. Their collar can get caught on things easily, and without this feature your pet could get stuck in a potentially harmful situation.  Your local Mobile, AL vet clinic can help you care for your pet. Schedule an appointment today.

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You spend a lot of time around your dog, and you take note of everything that is going on in his life. This means that his dry skin has come to your attention, and you’d like to address it. What could be causing this?

Your dog may experience dry skin for some of the same reasons you do. Seasonal changes may cause a change in the moisture level within the air, and his skin is being impacted by it. He may be being bathed too often, causing his skin to be depleted of its natural oils. He may also be utilizing a product, like a dog shampoo, that is causing his skin to be more dry than usual. Try to determine what has changed in your environment, and you will likely find what is happening with your pet. Your local Mobile AL Wesson Animal Clinic can offer additional advice.

If your Cinnamon Mitt Ferret has a love for adventure then you should especially keep an eye on him as he will most likely have a love for injuries too. Ferrets are playful creatures that love to move and be on the go. Their curiosity; however, can sometimes get them in trouble. It’s common for Cinnamon Mitt ferrets to have damage to their eyes from fighting with other ferrets or getting into fights with cats. If you notice your ferret’s eyes are irritated, call your vet. Ferrets are also susceptible to various eye conditions including cataracts. Although cataract removal surgery is available for ferrets, most owners turn down the operation due to health risks for the ferret and cost of surgery. Glaucoma is also common in ferrets. The disease can cause blindness in ferrets and usually affects both eyes. It is not known if glaucoma is genetic. For more information about your ferret’s eye health, contact your vet Poway, CA or set an appoi ... Read more »

Are you planning to bring a Chocolate Ferret into your home? If so, talk with your vet to learn about a few things you should look and ask for before buying the ferret. For instance, ask the caretaker what the ferret’s food requirements are, how much exercise does he need, what kind of habitat does he require, and does the ferret have any health issues or concerns. In particular, ask about brands of food to buy and which types of food to avoid. You also need to ask yourself what kind of habitat you are prepared to provide the ferret and how much time you will be able to devote to the ferret’s overall care. It’s important to make sure you have all of the facts and information about the ferret’s needs and your needs before making your purchase. If you have any additional questions or concerns, click here, or feel free to ask your veterinary clinic Poway, CA for help.

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Did you know that turtles of all kinds, including Painted turtles, should have regular vet care? If you own a Painted turtle as a pet then you should set up routine visits just like you would if you owned a dog, cat or other type of animal. Painted turtles may not show outward symptoms of an illness like dogs or cats, but they do get sick and if they aren’t treated right away their health can rapidly deteriorate. For this reason, you should find a vet for your turtle that has experience with reptiles and exotic pets. You need someone that can recognize the danger signs of an illness in your turtle, diagnose, and treat as quickly as possible. Symptoms that you can also look out for on your own include swollen or closed eyes, lack of movement, loss of appetite and possible discharge from nose or eyes. If your turtle has any of these symptoms please call your veterinarian Poway, CA right away.

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