Introducing the New Baby to Your Cat
Bringing home a new baby often requires a good bit of preparation within the household. One aspect of this is figuring out how to introduce your cat to your new baby and transitioning him to all the new changes that will come with your future bundle of joy. Of course, some cats interact really well […]
When Good Food Goes Bad – Hill’s Canned Food Recall
Every year or so, a product is made and found to have issues that can be detrimental to an individual’s health. Recently, prescription food giant Hill’s announced voluntary canned food recalls. Urban Animal wants to provide its clients with the recall information. There is a phone number to Hills for owners that have concerns or […]
Where to Look Online for Reliable Veterinary Care…
Your animal companion just ate something that you think may be toxic, your dog or cat just got diagnosed with a condition you don’t fully understand, your puppy is limping after a walk in the park… What should you do? Should you go to your family veterinarian right away or can your animal companion afford […]
Vaginitis in Puppies
Puppy vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that occurs in puppies. Most cases occur between the ages of 6 weeks and 8 months. Puppy vaginitis usually resolves when the puppy matures and goes through her first estrus, although some cases may not improve. Most puppies don’t show any signs, but others may have sticky, […]
Benign Sebaceous Gland Tumors
It is not uncommon for an elderly dog to develop scores of “warts” that are not warts at all but are sebaceous growths. They are generally of cosmetic concern only but removal is recommended under the following circumstances: When the growth has been bleeding. When the growth is itchy or is in a location where […]
Demodectic Mange in Cats
Demodex mites are normal residents of the skin in virtually all mammal species. For the most part, they live in peace in our hair follicles and are not able to spread to another host, much less cross to another species. The cat is no different and provides a home to Demodex cati, which does not cause skin disease unless […]
High Blood Pressure in our Pets
While dogs and cats typically don’t smoke, eat salty foods and have the same type of stresses humans do, they can still come down with a number of conditions that lead to high blood pressure. Just as in humans, high blood pressure is an extremely important concern. Most of people know or have heard how serious […]
People Foods and Beverages to Avoid Feeding Your Pets
Chocolate, Macadamia nuts, avocados…these foods may sound delicious to you, but they’re actually quite dangerous for our animal companions. Our nutrition experts have put together a handy list of the top toxic people foods to avoid feeding your pet. If you suspect your pet has eaten any of the following foods, please note the amount ingested […]
Dust Mites: Reducing Exposure in Dogs and Cats Living in Houston
The VIN Dermatology ConsultantsDate Published: 09/22/2003Date Reviewed/Revised: 10/23/2015 House dust mites (Dermatophagoides farinae, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus) are bugs that are in every home, and some pets are allergic to them. Because these mites are very small, they cannot be seen without a microscope. House dust mites eat the skin scales and dander shed by humans and […]
When the Litterbox Doesn’t Work – Urinating and Defecating Outside the Box in Cats
Inappropriate elimination issues are the number one behavior-related complaint from cat lovers. And frustrated cat owners may end up looking for a new home for their former feline friends. But without consistent work and a little patience, the outcome for these kitties is grim. Most cases of inappropriate elimination can be solved if you’re determined […]