Can Dogs and Cats Contract Rabies? Understanding the Risks and Prevention Every year, on September 28th, the world observes World Rabies Day, a solemn occasion dedicated to raising awareness about a deadly disease that continues to claim countless lives, both human...

Deciphering Urgent Care and Emergency Care: A Comprehensive Manual for Pet Owners Our four-legged companions hold a special place in our hearts and households. Much like us, they can encounter sudden health predicaments or accidents demanding immediate medical...

Tips for Selecting the Perfect Dog Shampoo As devoted pet owners, we are committed to ensuring the well-being of our beloved furry companions. A fundamental aspect of their overall health and happiness involves proper grooming, and at Arbor View Animal Hospital, we...

5 Steps to Keep Your Pet Safe and Cool This Summer Summertime invites us to bask in the great outdoors, and our beloved pets are no exception. From frolicking in the park to hiking scenic trails or simply lazing in the backyard, our furry companions love soaking up...

Pet Hydration: A Summer Essential As the summer season draws near, the team at Arbor View Animal Hospital wants to emphasize the importance of keeping your furry friends well-hydrated. With the arrival of warmer weather, heat exhaustion and dehydration become...

Exploring Potential Hazards: Common Pet-to-Human Transmissible Diseases Zoonotic diseases, which are ailments that can be transmitted from pets to humans, are more prevalent than you might realize. Despite the outward appearance of good health, your pet could be...

Ensuring Dog Park Safety: Essential Tips for a Secure Experience Venturing into a dog park without proper preparation can be risky. To ensure the safety of your beloved canine companion, we present four essential tips that you should follow when visiting an off-leash...

Understanding Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets It's painful to witness athletes clutching their knees and going down during a sporting event. In those moments, you're aware that they may have torn their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a crucial ligament that...

Spotting, Treating, and Preventing Hot Spots in Pets When your beloved pet's skin feels like it's on fire from incessant itching, they may resort to scratching, licking, and chewing, inadvertently creating a hot spot. It's crucial to understand these highly...

Prevent Your Dog from Getting a Dog Bite It's important for every dog owner to know how to prevent and respond to a dog bite. Although it's impossible to completely protect your pet from other animals, there are ways to reduce the risk of them getting bitten in...