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Your Multi-talented Veterinarian

When you think of a veterinarian, you likely picture routine check-ups, vaccinations, and perhaps the occasional emergency surgery. However, veterinarians offer a wide range of services that can benefit your pet in unexpected ways. Oliver Animal Hospital’s veterinarian in south Austin explains lesser-known veterinary services that can help ensure your four-legged friend stays happy and [...]

A Comprehensive Guide to Selecting the Right Dog Trainer

Choosing the right dog trainer ensures your pet receives effective and humane training. A good dog trainer can teach essential commands, address behavioral issues, and strengthen the bond between you and your four-legged friend. However, finding the right trainer can be daunting, given the many options available. Oliver Animal Hospital’s veterinarian in south Austin helps [...]

A Heat Safety Handbook for Pet Owners

Schools are out and the pools are open, signaling the start of fun in the sun. However, before venturing out, ensure your pet is protected from Texas’ sweltering heat. Oliver Animal Hospital’s south Austin veterinarian offers tips to keep your four-legged friend cool and safe this summer.  Know your pet’s heat-related risks Pets are inefficient [...]

The Pros and Cons of Homemade Pet Food

Making pet food at home has gained popularity in recent years. Pet owners often express concerns over commercial pet food quality, but creating a balanced nutritious pet food at home is challenging. Our South Austin Oliver Animal Hospital veterinary team explores the pros and cons, nutritional considerations, and best practices for making pet food at [...]

Understanding Why Your Dog Barks

Barking is a natural dog behavior and one of many possible vocalizations in a dog’s repertoire. Dogs usually bark to communicate a need or alert people to something exciting or threatening happening nearby. In some cases, barking is maladaptive and excessive and becomes problematic. Our Oliver Animal Hospital veterinary team in South Austin explains why [...]

Unleashing the Fun: Competitive Sports for Your Canine Companion

Your dog is a faithful and loving companion, and, given the opportunity, they may also be an incredible athlete. High-energy dogs often thrive in various competitive sports tailored to their abilities and instincts. Allowing your four-legged friend to engage in these activities provides physical exercise and strengthens the bond you share. From agility trials to [...]

Understanding Feline Resorptive Lesions

Feline resorptive lesions (FRLs), also known as feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORLs), are a prevalent dental condition affecting cats. These mouth lesions cause progressive tooth structure destruction, leading affected cats to experience pain and discomfort. Learning about FRLs’ causes and treatment options is essential for maintaining your cat's dental health and overall well-being. Our Oliver [...]

Understanding Pet Food Labels

You may routinely check the labels on the food you eat, but do you do the same when you’re buying food for your pet? Dogs and cats need the right amount of protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and other nutrients for good health, without excess calories that add unwanted pounds or chemicals that might [...]

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