Cancer is a major health concern and a common condition for people and pets. This disease is the leading cause of death in dogs and cats 10 years of age and older, and while a pet’s cancer cannot always be detected in the earliest stages, you should be aware of this condition’s potential signs and [...]

Celebrating Thanksgiving with friends and family makes the holiday festive. When you include your pet, the day becomes an occasion for which you can truly be grateful. Pets can provide comic relief and a break from the chaos when they need their walk. Our South Austin veterinary team at Oliver Animal Hospital knows the holidays [...]

Throughout their life, your pet relies on you to make the best decisions regarding their health and wellbeing. These decisions can become more challenging as your pet ages, and you are responsible for helping your beloved animal companion navigate age-related health conditions that are likely to worsen over time. While their muzzle may be more [...]

Cats cannot tell us when they feel unwell, but behavior changes often indicate something is wrong. Your cat’s litter box etiquette offers clues about their urinary tract health, and you should monitor this behavior to prevent conditions such as feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). A cat who suddenly begins urinating outside their litter box [...]

Many children and adults love Halloweens’s spooky decorations, tasty treats, and creative costumes, but your family pet likely views the holiday differently. Although you enjoy including your four-legged family member in your Halloween celebrations, you need to consider the holiday from your pet’s viewpoint to ensure they are safe and comfortable. Our Oliver Animal Hospital [...]

You recognize that to determine whether your pet has an undetected medical condition, your veterinarian does blood work. But, when you review the results, which may include various acronyms and numbers, you likely cannot decipher their meaning. Fortunately, your south Austin veterinarian understands this blood work alphabet soup, and our Oliver Animal Hospital team explains [...]

You know your cat best, but your feline friend has a lot more going for them than meets the eye. The more you learn about this sophisticated species, the better you can understand your cat’s behaviors and needs. Our Oliver Animal Hospital team has fascinating feline facts that will leave you saying, “Me-WOW.”  #1: Some [...]

Indoor cats lead a cushy life, and you can make their life absolutely purrfect by creating a cat-friendly environment that keeps them engaged, and encourages them to express their natural instincts. Learn to keep your indoor cat content by following our Oliver Animal Hospital team’s do’s and don’ts.  DO encourage your cat’s natural prey drive [...]

Most of us feel anxious about having a procedure under anesthesia, and we worry about our pets the same way. While some nervousness about your pet is normal, anesthesia is sometimes necessary to ensure your pet receives special care. Our team at Oliver Animal Hospital wants to help you feel more comfortable about your pet [...]

Dogs are unconditionally loyal, admirably positive, and truly man’s best friend. But, dogs are also amazing, complex, and fascinating creatures. To know a dog is to love them, and our Oliver Animal Hospital team thought you would like to learn more about them. A left-pawed dog, for example? We share fascinating  facts about dogs.   #1: [...]