Pet Obesity Prevention Tips | Alford Avenue Vet Hospital

With a recent veterinary research study showing that 61% of cats and 59% of dogs are overweight and/or clinically obese,...

Flea and Tick Prevention Tips for Dogs & Cats

As we move into winter, we’re focusing on flea and tick prevention tips because there’s perhaps no group of parasites...

A Primer On Hairballs In Cats

When it comes to hairballs in cats, there’s a lot of interest from cat parents. A hairball –also known as...

Laser Therapy For Pets Brings Gentle, Non-invasive Healing & Relief

Laser therapy for pets is increasingly being used to effectively treat a variety of conditions. In fact, a survey by...

The Basics On Ultrasound for Pets

Ultrasound for pets – aka Ultrasonography – has had a major impact on how we practice veterinary medicine. It provides...

A Primer On Metabolic Bone Disease In Reptiles

Metabolic bone disease (MBD) is one of the most common diagnoses in our reptile patients, but what, exactly, is it?...

Top 4 Common Senior Pet Health Issues

Indoor lifestyles, nutritional and medical advancements, and routine preventive care have extended the lifespans of our pets. Age is not...

Common Senior Pet Health Issues (0-10)

Tips on Diabetes In Dogs and Cats

You probably know someone with diabetes mellitus, a disease characterized by abnormally high blood sugar (glucose) levels. In 2022, the...

Heart Disease In Dogs & Cats: What You Need To Know To Keep Your Pets Healthy

Heart disease in dogs & cats is more common than you might think – and it’s important to understand the...

Cat & Dog Hypothermia Tips

January typically is the coldest month in Alabama, and areas in the state can experience a variety of winter precipitation,...

Pros & Cons Of Pets As Christmas Gifts

While the videos of people receiving a puppy, kitten, or older pet as a Christmas present are heart-warming, the reality...

Toxic Thanksgiving Foods For Dogs & Cats

Thanksgiving is an opportunity to spend time with family and friends, often over a big meal. While you enjoy that...

Exotic Pet GI Health Tips

For those pet owners with rabbits or rodents as pets, you can learn about your pet’s gastrointestinal (GI) health with...

Heartworm Information For Your Pets: Causes, Treatment & Prevention

In this heartworm information overview, we cover the causes, treatment & prevention of heartworm. According to the American Heartworm Society...

Heat Stroke In Pets: How To Spot It, Deal With It & Prevent It

With high summer in full force, heat stroke in pets is a distinct reality of which pet owners need to...

How To Treat A Pet For Snake Bites & Snake Bite Prevention

By Dr. Adam Cooner – Co-owner, Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital In Alabama, warmer weather and longer days generally increase the...

Veterinary Preventive Care Tips

Veterinary Preventive Care Tips To Keep Your Pets Healthy & Happy When it comes to helping your pets live longer,...

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