Tri-State Veterinary Hospital Blogs

Choking Hazards for Pets - What to Look Out For As pet owners, we must always ensure our pets are safe. We provide them with food, sufficient exercise, and love and affection. Choking is a risk, nevertheless, one we frequently ignore. Pets can choke on objects too...

Tips for Helping Your Pets Adjust to Back-to-School Season The change in household dynamics that comes with back-to-school time frequently impacts our cherished pets. Our canine friends could become stressed, bored, or experience separation anxiety as families resume...

Navigating Pet Health Emergencies: Urgent Care vs. Emergency Care Our family is not complete without our furry friends. Like us, they are susceptible to sudden health problems and accidents that require rapid medical attention. Knowing the difference between urgent...

Keep Your Pet Hydrated During the Summer Pet owners must be on the lookout for dehydration in their beloved pets as summer draws closer. During these hotter months, heat exhaustion and dehydration are significant causes for concern because they can result in serious...

Lyme disease is a common infectious disease in the Northeast. It is endemic in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Lyme is a bacterial disease ( Borrelia burgdorferi) transmitted through the bite of the deer tick ( Ixodes scapularis ). Hosts for this tick include...

It's flea and tick season which means it's time to start using monthly prevention products on our cats and dogs if you haven't been already. Just giving a general reminder to please LOOK carefully at the packaging and make sure you have the RIGHT product for your...

We understand that you would like to be with your pet in the examination room. We enjoy having you there too. It's much easier for us to talk to you directly about your pet's health. However, right now we are required to follow guidelines issued by New York State that...

Home made peanutbutter dog treats INGREDIENTS: 2/3 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 large eggs 2 1/2 – 3 cups whole wheat flour DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside. In the...

When to start? As soon as possible. Eight to 12 weeks old is best. Pets don't need maintenance this young, but by starting when your pet is young and impressionable, they will become familiar with the routine when the permanent teeth erupt. It is a good idea to stop...