July Fourth brings on the fun as you celebrate our nation’s independence with food, fireworks, and friends. As you enjoy the festivities, keep in mind the potential dangers your pet may face. To help you and your furry pal make the most of your July Fourth celebration, follow our Pierson Pet Hospital team’s safety tips. [...]
Heartworm disease is a life-threatening but preventable condition that affects dogs and cats across the United States. Despite increased awareness about the disease and better access to safe and effective prevention, heartworm infection rates in pets continue to climb. The Pierson Pet Hospital team is dedicated to client education and empowerment. We believe that the [...]
Nothing can make you feel worse than witnessing your pet ingest something they shouldn’t, and panicking as you try to determine if the substance is toxic. To prevent your pet from being poisoned, the more you know about household toxins, the better. In honor of Pet Poison Prevention Month, our Pierson Pet Hospital team is [...]
Dental health plays an important role in your pet’s general wellbeing, but many well-meaning pet owners overlook this essential component of their pet’s health. The majority of the pet population suffers some dental disease by age 3. Left untreated, dental disease can lead to serious problems but, fortunately, it’s almost entirely preventable. That’s why our [...]
The holiday season will soon be here. You’ll be seeing friends and family from far and near. You may be excited, or completely in fear, But that’s a topic for another blog post, my dear. Today our Pierson Pet Hospital team focuses on your pet. The holiday happenings can really make them sweat. Are you [...]
Thanksgiving festivities are centered on food, family, and friends. Your pet is part of your family, and you may want to include them in your celebrations. However, you should take precautions to ensure your pet is safe during the holiday feast. Our Pierson Pet Hospital team wants to help by offering tips to help make [...]
Candy, costumes, festive fall decor, and spooky fun—Halloween has everything you could ask for in a holiday. Whether you are out trick-or-treating with the little ones, or doling out tasty treats at the door, your pet may be subject to hidden dangers. The crowds, visitors, and a constantly ringing doorbell can cause your pet distress. [...]
Welcoming a new bundle of fur into your pack is an exciting time. Few things are cuter than new puppy snuggles and tail wags, but caring for your new family member requires ample time, patience, frequent walks, and multiple veterinary visits during the first year of their life. Similar to young children, puppies will be [...]
Current public health events may have you wondering about zoonotic diseases (i.e., diseases that animals can pass to people). COVID-19 and monkeypox, for example, may have originated in wild animal species, but Americans have little risk of contracting these viruses from dogs, cats, or wildlife. However, each year, a few people in the U.S. do [...]
Parasites commonly target pets, and can cause significant health issues for your pet. Our team at Pierson Pet Hospital wants to help by providing information about four common parasitic pet diseases, and suggestions for safeguarding your four-legged friend from these diseases. Parasitic pet disease #1: Heartworm disease Heartworm disease is spreading across the country, and [...]