Vet Columbia MD – Helalth Care

Cushion Beds For Pets

Your pet really deserves a comfy and cozy bed where he can sleep when his day ends. However, you might not know which particular bed style will ideally suit your pet’s individual personality. There are flea-proof raised beds, heated beds, hideaway pouches, igloos, bolster beds, and also beds that can comfort pets feeling the painContinue reading “Cushion Beds For Pets”

Weight/Fill of Blankets in Dogs Like the Standard Poodle

Some dogs will not need any type of blankets to protect them from the rain or even cooler weather. Other dogs, however, may need a few extra layers of warmth or dryness. It really depends on the breed and the haircut. If your Standard Poodle has a close cut then he won’t have a lotContinue reading “Weight/Fill of Blankets in Dogs Like the Standard Poodle”

The Scottish Fold

Are you looking for a super adorable cat with puppy dog eyes and floppy, folded ears that will make your heart melt? If so then the Scottish Fold might be the cat for you. This precious cat has a genetic mutation that affects cartilage throughout the body causing her ears to fold or bend forwardContinue reading “The Scottish Fold”

Preventing Plague in Cats

Yersinia pestis is a type of bacteria that causes 3 types of plagues. During 2017 in the state of Colorado, one such plague was reported – this was the most recent case. But, plagues are quite treatable and should not cause any serious alarm. When fleas feed on disease-carrying animals such as rodents, they canContinue reading “Preventing Plague in Cats”

Pros And Cons of Radioactive Iodine Therapy For Feline Hyperthyroidism

Among the various treatment options for hyperthyroidism in cats, radioactive iodine therapy is considered by many experts as the best treatment option. It works by destroying the tumor that is causing the hyperactivity of the thyroid gland without causing any damage to the tissues that surround the thyroid gland. However, it has its pros andContinue reading “Pros And Cons of Radioactive Iodine Therapy For Feline Hyperthyroidism”