Health insurance for humans is one of those things we simply accept as a fact of daily life. But did you know that pet insurance is gaining in popularity as a pragmatic way to deal with both routine and unexpected veterinary expenses? One reason we recommend pet parents look into insuring their pets is the […]
In December, the FDA began a recall of pet food manufactured by Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc., because they may contain potentially fatal levels of aflatoxins. The foods recalled include Sportmix, Pro Pac and Nunn pet foods and Splash Fat Cat fish foods that were made in the firm’s Oklahoma plant and expire on or before […]
While the whole team at Bell Veterinary Hospital has been excited about puppies adopted during the pandemic, there has been a devastating downside. We’re seeing a drastic increase in parvo cases in puppies because they haven’t completed their full course of vaccines. The simple truth is puppies must have vaccines to prevent deadly diseases like […]
Vaccinations have become a hot topic—especially with all the new pet adoptions during the pandemic. But when it comes to your pets, vaccinations don’t need to be controversial or complicated. As veterinarians, we know that vaccinating your pets is one of the best, most inexpensive ways to protect their health. The core vaccines not only prevent illnesses […]
Chew on this, you guys: the majority of pets show some signs of dental disease by age three. And I’m not just talking about doggy breath here. (Mine smells like roses, btw.) Over time, tooth decay, gingivitis, and plaque and tartar build-up can lead to heart, liver, and kidney problems. Because your pet’s pearly whites […]
With winter just around the corner, you be might thinking that you can go ahead and slack on giving your pets their parasite preventatives. We hate to be the bearer of annoying news, but the fact is, our temperate climate means that bugs often linger through the fall and winter months. Contrary to popular opinion, […]
If you’re like a lot of pet parents we know, you’re taking your best friend for as many walks as you can right now. That’s great for everyone involved, but it’s always a good idea to remain on alert for snakes basking in the sun, even if your regular route is primarily paved. Snakes aren’t […]
Dr. Bell will be the first to tell you that I love food. I admit it—I’m a food-a-holic. With fall barbecues in full swing – not to mention my favorite howliday, Halloween – I’m having a hard time taking my usual third nap of the day. I’m just too excited to sleep. But here’s the […]
So what’s shakin’, bacon? If you have a cat, chances are you know your feline is pretty darn talented. We know when it’s 15 minutes before your alarm goes off. Nobody can unspool a whole roll of toilet paper as good as a cat. We’re like psychics ‘cuz we can tell just when you need […]
The 4th of July may be a little more low-key this year, but it will still bring some hazards for your pet. Here are some tips for keeping your animal friend safe while you celebrate: 1. Fireworks are cool, but the racket from even small neighborhood explosives can be terrifying for animals. Keep your pets […]
