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 [...]

Drooling is part of life with dogs but can be puzzling when a cat does it. Some cat drooling is considered normal, but new, excessive, or persistent drooling can indicate an underlying issue. Our Oliver Animal Hospital South Austin veterinary team explains common reasons why cats drool and when cat owners should seek veterinary care. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Your furry companion makes it clear when they want food or affection, but their signs are often subtle when in pain or unwell. Wild animals mask their pain signs to protect themselves from predators, and pets instinctively do the same. While your furry pal can't verbally communicate their pain or health issues, they often display [...]

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 [...]

Whether your pet’s death occurs suddenly or is something you’ve anticipated for many months, keep in mind that your cat or dog was one of your closest and best-loved companions, and you are likely to feel their loss deeply. You will need to move, at your own pace, through seven stages of grief: Shock and [...]

Ooh la la! French bulldogs have us wrapped around their little paws. They are the most popular pooches in the United States, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC), which calls the breed an “adorable little bowling ball of a dog” that was “produced in England, popularized in France, and perfected in America.” Frenchies trace [...]

Taking care of your furry family member brings you joy. However, this also comes with a responsibility for keeping your pet safe and healthy. While navigating the many things that might harm your pet, everyday household items are often overlooked. On the surface, many cleaners, plants, and random objects seem innocent, but several pose a [...]