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...
Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week
What is Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week? The third week in September is “Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week.” This special week spotlights pets with special needs or perceived inadequacies. It helps people understand that these animals may fit perfectly into their lives...
My Dog Ate Something Bad. What Do I Do?
JUMP TO: Signs Your Dog May Have Eaten Something Toxic What to Do Immediately if Your Dog Ate Something Bad When to Go Straight to the Emergency Vet What to Do When Your Dog Eats Something They Aren’t Supposed To Dogs are curious creatures. Unfortunately,...