Senior Pet Wellness Exam: Why Every 6 Months Matters
As our pets grow older, their needs begin to change — sometimes gradually and sometimes very quickly. While many pet owners believe that yearly veterinary visits are enough, senior dogs and cats benefit greatly from wellness exams every 6 months. These routine visits...
Our Best Ways to Get Rid of Fleas
With warmer weather and more time outside, even the cleanest homes might find themselves with a flea-carrying furry friend. Unfortunately, fleas on your dog or cat can also mean they are potentially in your carpets, sofas, curtains, bed sheets, and other fabrics. The...
3 Essential Tips to Caring for Your Pet’s Teeth
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...
Top Pet-Friendly Parks Near Kennett Square, PA
If you live in or around Kennett Square, you’re lucky. This area has some genuinely great green spaces where dogs can stretch their legs, sniff to their heart’s content, and burn off a little extra energy. Whether you’re looking for an easy stroll, a longer trail...
National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day: What Every Dog Owner Should Know
Each year on November 7, pet owners and veterinarians across the country observe National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day, a time to honor dogs fighting cancer and educate families about early detection and treatment options. At Longwood Vet Center in Kennett Square,...
Happy Thanksgiving Pets!
The leaves are changing color, the air is crisp, and families of all kinds are gathering together to celebrate Thanksgiving. For many of us, our pets are an important part of our family, and we want to include them in the holiday festivities. But how can we show them...
Is Pumpkin Good for Dogs? What Our Vets Want You to Know
Pumpkin season is here, and it’s not just for lattes and pies. Many pet parents wonder the same thing every fall: is pumpkin good for dogs? The answer is yes, when it’s fed correctly. At Longwood Veterinary Center, we love it when clients ask smart questions like...
Black Cat Lore & Superstitions
Several members of the Longwood Veterinary Center team share our homes and our hearts with a black cat. We find them to be beautiful, affectionate, and intelligent, no different from any other cat we have grown to love. Unfortunately, superstitions surrounding...