When Cats Grow Older: Common Health Concerns in Senior Felines As cats age, their quiet independence can mask serious health issues. Conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, dental disease, and thyroid imbalance often develop slowly, showing only minor behavioral changes at first. Regular veterinary exams and attentive care can uncover these problems early, making treatment more [...]
Kennel Cough Explained: Keeping Dogs Healthy in Social Settings From dog parks to boarding facilities, social dogs face exposure to kennel cough. While it is usually mild, it can cause days of discomfort and risk spreading to others. Preventive vaccines and good hygiene help protect your dog’s respiratory health. At Oliver Animal Hospital, our compassionate [...]
Understanding Flea Allergy Dermatitis in Pets A single flea bite can set off weeks of misery for a sensitive pet. Dogs may chew their tails raw, while cats overgroom until bald patches appear. The constant itch leads to sleepless nights for pets and owners alike. With same-day appointments and a focus on gentle, stress-free [...]
When Dental Problems Turn Dangerous: Why Pets Need Regular Oral Care It often starts small: a bit of tartar, mild gum redness, or that “dog breath” smell that seems normal. But without consistent care, these early signs of dental disease can quickly escalate into painful, dangerous conditions. Bacteria in the mouth spread below the gumline, [...]
Clear Eyes, Healthy Pets: Recognizing and Treating Eye Problems in Dogs and Cats Your dog keeps one eye half-shut during your morning walk. Your cat suddenly avoids sunny windows and hides in the shadows. These subtle changes can be easy to brush off, but they often mean something more serious is happening inside the eye. [...]
Pyometra Explained: Symptoms, Surgery, and Prevention for Dogs and Cats When a pet feels tired or skips a meal, it’s easy to assume it’s something minor- and often, it is. Many families think of a day of indigestion or the after-effects of hot weather. But for an unspayed female dog or cat, vague signs like [...]
Unexpected Lumps and Bumps: When Your Pet’s Mass Is an Emergency Running your hands over your pet’s coat should be comforting, not alarming. Yet many owners discover a new lump or swelling during routine cuddles and wonder: Is this nothing… or something urgent? While plenty of growths are benign, others signal infection, allergy, or even [...]
End-of-Life Care for Pets: Providing Comfort When It Matters Most Your pet has been part of your life for years- maybe even decades. They've greeted you at the door, followed you from room to room, and comforted you in ways words can’t describe. But now, the signs of aging are setting in. Your cat stares [...]
Bladder Health in Pets: Identifying Pain and UTIs Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are more common in pets than most people realize, and they can cause quite a bit of discomfort- for both your pet and you. At Oliver Animal Hospital in Austin, Texas, we know how stressful it can be to notice your pet straining [...]
Pet Wellness Exams: What They Reveal About Your Pet’s Health At Oliver Animal Hospital in Austin, Texas, we know your pet isn’t just part of your family- they’re at the heart of it. That’s why one of the most powerful tools in preventive veterinary care is surprisingly simple: the wellness exam. You might be thinking, [...]