Springtime Pet Care Tips: Keep Your Pet Happy & Healthy This Season! 🌷🐾 Spring is in the air! As the weather warms up and flowers begin to bloom, many pet owners are eager to spend more time outdoors with their furry companions. While spring is a great time for walks, playtime, and fresh air, it also comes with some seasonal challenges that can affect your pet’s health. From pesky parasites to seasonal allergies, here are some important springtime pet care tips to ensure your pet stays safe and happy this season. 🦟 Flea, Tick & Heartworm Prevention Warmer temperatures bring an increase in fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes—many of which carry harmful diseases. Ticks can transmit Lyme disease, Anaplasma and Ehrlichia, and mosquitoes can spread heartworm, a serious condition that affects both dogs and cats. Even if your pet primarily stays indoors, these pests can still find their way inside. 💡 What You Can Do: ✅ Keep your pet on a year-round flea, tick, and heartworm...
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Ovariohysterectomy vs. Ovariectomy
Ovariohysterectomy vs. Ovariectomy: Understanding the Difference and Why Ovariectomy May Be a Better Option For years, the standard spay procedure for female dogs and cats in the U.S. has been the ovariohysterectomy (OHE) —a surgery that removes both the ovaries and the uterus. However, many veterinary clinics, including ours, are now offering an alternative: ovariectomy (OVE) , which removes only the ovaries while leaving the uterus intact. Both procedures effectively prevent pregnancy and eliminate heat cycles, but OVE offers some key advantages that pet owners should consider. Let's break down the differences, risks, and benefits of each surgery to help you make an informed decision for your pet. What is an Ovariohysterectomy (OHE)? Ovariohysterectomy, commonly known as a traditional spay , involves the removal of both the ovaries and the uterus. This has been the standard procedure in the U.S. for decades. Benefits of OHE: ✅ Prevents pregnancy and eliminates heat cycles ✅ Re...