Apr 22, 2021 | Dog Health, Pet Parenting
Parasite Prevention for Dogs Kennett Square If you’re a dog owner, you know that your pet is susceptible to a number of both internal and external parasites, and year-round treatment should be a component of your pet’s ongoing care. Parasites are more than just a...
Apr 21, 2021 | Dog Health, Healthy Pets
Oral Flea and Tick Prevention Fleas and ticks have been dangerous and annoying pests for dogs and cats since the beginning of time. History was changed, and the world severely impacted by the lowly flea. Everyone is aware of the Bubonic Plague, transmitted from fleas...
Mar 24, 2021 | Dog Health, Healthy Pets, Pet Parenting
Dealing with Separation Anxiety in Dogs There is a truth that we all know well, everything in life extracts a fee. All things come at some cost. If we wish to live in a nice house, travel, and provide for our families, we must work. If we wish to keep our bodies...
Feb 25, 2021 | Announcements, Veterinarian Spotlight
Dr. Sorensen Will Provide Vet Services for Sled Dogs at Iditarod We are pleased to share that our very own Dr. Danika Sorensen has been selected as a veterinarian for the 2021 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. This race traditionally covers approximately 1,000 miles from...
Feb 15, 2021 | Dog Health, Healthy Pets
Pet Euthanasia– Knowing When It’s Time I was having a discussion with our office manager, Lisa, the other day. Her longtime friend and family dog, Monty, had recently died. I mentioned the fact that many of us at Longwood Veterinary Center had lost pets over the...
Feb 12, 2021 | Cat Health, Dog Health, Healthy Pets
In Time for National Pet Dental Health Month We all work hard to provide great care for our beloved pets. We feed them, take them on walks, shower them with love, and make sure they get the veterinary care they need; but are we doing all we can to properly care for...
Jan 25, 2021 | Healthy Pets, Pet Parenting
The Benefits of Positive Reinforcement in Dog Training When we find ourselves in a situation that makes us feel uncomfortable, bored, or perhaps unappreciated, what can we do? Usually there are only two options; change the situation or change how we feel about the...
Jan 21, 2021 | Healthy Pets, Pet Parenting
5 Reasons Why Pet Socialization is Critical A popular buzzword in dog training is socialization. Socialization is the specific act of exposing an animal to novel situations in a slow and precise fashion focusing on keeping interactions short, positive, and fear free....
Dec 22, 2020 | Patient Stories
Story of a Rescue Dog Just in Time for Christmas Years ago there was a small puppy that came into our hospital from a local rescue group. She had been spayed by the rescue that morning, but she wasn’t recovering from anesthesia in the normal fashion. The little puppy,...
Dec 14, 2020 | Pet Safety
Caring for Your Dogs in Cold Weather Cold weather is upon us, friends, and it’s time to start thinking about how to best care for your dogs in cold weather. We’ve got a few tips for pet owners to consider during the winter months to ensure you’re keeping your furry...
