Animal hospital Roanoke VA

How to Create a Preventative Care Plan for Your Pet

When it comes to ensuring the long and healthy life of your furry friend, prevention is key. At Southern Hills Animal Hospital in Roanoke, VA, we believe in the importance of creating a tailored preventative care plan for your pet. With the right guidance, you can safeguard your pet’s health and enjoy many happy yearsContinue reading “How to Create a Preventative Care Plan for Your Pet”

Trimming Your Dog’s Rear End

Some people may not be able to wrap their heads around the fact that dogs do need butt grooming and maintenance. This is true for most dogs especially those that have long hair. Dogs such as the Maltese, Terrier, Afghan Hound, Komondor, and the likes have long hair, hence, their grooming and maintenance may needContinue reading “Trimming Your Dog’s Rear End”

German Longhaired Pointer Personality

German Longhaired Pointers are adorable, gentle dogs who came from the crossbreeding of various scent/hunting dogs. These curious, intelligent pups will sniff all your stuff to familiarize themselves with you. Despite their large size, GLPs may also think of themselves as a lapdog and will sit on you at home. Due to their special attachmentContinue reading “German Longhaired Pointer Personality”

Why Dog Owners Prefer Free-Feeding Dogs

Have you ever wondered why most dog owners free-feed their pups instead of feeding them in the traditional scheduled feeding method? This is because of the positive impact that free-feeding gives to their pups’ lifestyle and overall health. ● Zero to Minimal Digestive Issues – Problems with digestion often occur when dogs eat faster thanContinue reading “Why Dog Owners Prefer Free-Feeding Dogs”

Signs Your Pet May Be Suffering From Heart Trouble

Pet cats and dogs do get serious problems affecting their heart. The problem is, these conditions are often difficult to detect in the early stages. Their instinct to hide any signs of pain or illness further complicates the matter. The good news is, advancements in veterinary medicine now make it possible for heart problems toContinue reading “Signs Your Pet May Be Suffering From Heart Trouble”