by Sumner Veterinary Hospital | Jun 1, 2022 | Blog
Think about it – one day, your beloved pet will no longer be with you. It’s hard to think about, but it’s important to start planning for your pet’s end-of-life care now. This way, you can ensure that they receive the best possible care in their final days. Here are a...
by Sumner Veterinary Hospital | May 16, 2022 | Blog
Dogs can experience anxiety for a number of reasons – from being left alone to visiting the vet. This week, we’ll be discussing ways to help your dog cope with their anxiety and feel more comfortable. What causes anxiety in dogs? Dogs can feel anxiety for...
by Sumner Veterinary Hospital | May 5, 2022 | Blog
Did you know that May is Chip Your Pet Month? This means that now is a great time to get your pet microchipped. A microchip is a small, identification chip that is implanted under your pet’s skin. If your pet gets lost, a shelter or vet can scan the chip and...
by Sumner Veterinary Hospital | Apr 11, 2022 | Blog
Heartworms and Pets: Understanding the Heartworm’s Life Cycle While you may know heartworms are transmitted to pets via the bites of infected mosquitoes, you may not realize that mammals are an essential part of the heartworm life cycle as well. In honor of...
by Sumner Veterinary Hospital | Apr 5, 2022 | Blog
Ban Black-Legged Ticks: How to Protect Your Dog from Lyme Disease Black-legged, or deer, ticks are the species responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to dogs and people. No longer limited to the East Coast, Lyme disease is spreading across the country and can...
