Archives: General Health

Common Dog Care Mistakes

April 1, 2020

Your dog is a faithful friend and companion, who provides you with unconditional friendship and support. Fido doesn’t ask for very much in return, either! We all know that dogs … Read More »

Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged basic dog care, canine dental care, caring for your dog, dog care, dog care mistakes, dog care tips, dog dental care, dog exercise, dog obedience training, dog paw care, dog training, entertaining your dog, veterinary clinic Roanoke VA, veterinary clinic Salem VA
Signs of Dental Issues in Cats

March 1, 2020

Your kitty’s oral health is extremely important to her overall health and well-being. Just like people, cats can suffer from some very painful and dangerous dental problems. Of course, Fluffy … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, General Health, Illness & Disease Tagged bad breath in cats, cat dental care, cat dental health, cat dental issues, cat drooling, cat health, dental issues in cats, dental symptoms in cats, feline dental care, feline dental health, oral health for cats, oral health in cats, vet clinic Roanoke VA, vet clinic Salem VA, weight loss in cat
Holiday Hazards for Pets

December 15, 2019

The holidays are coming up quick! This can be a dangerous time of year for our animal companions. Fluffy and Fido are both playful and curious. Those traits are cute, … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, Dog Care, General Health Tagged anxiety in pets, holiday pet hazards, pet clinic Roanoke VA, pet clinic Salem VA, pet hazards during holidays, pet holiday safety, pet stress, plants toxic to pets, stress in pets, toxic food for pets, toxic foods for pets, toxic plant life, toxic plants for pets
5 Ways to Keep Your Dog’s Teeth Healthy

December 1, 2019

Just like people, dogs can suffer from a variety of dental issues. Dental care is very important to your canine friend’s overall health and well-being! Unfortunately, this aspect of dog … Read More »

Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged brushing dog’s teeth, canine dental care, canine dental health, chew toys for dogs, dental care for dogs, dog dental health, dog oral care, dog oral health, dog toothbrush, dog toothpaste, oral care for dogs, veterinary clinic Roanoke VA, veterinary clinic Salem VA
Happy Healthy Cat Month

September 15, 2019

September is Happy, Healthy Cat Month! Kitties deserve to be happy and healthy all the time, and we’ve dedicated ourselves to this purrfect cause. Read on as a Roanoke, VA … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, General Care, General Health Tagged cat care, cat care tips, cat comforts, cat diet, cat entertainment, cat food, cat furniture, cat health, cat nutrition, cat tower, cat veterinary appointment, cat veterinary care, feline diet, feline nutrition, Happy Healthy Cat Month, veterinary care for cat, vets Roanoke VA, vets Salem VA
Keeping Your Dog Safe On The Fourth

July 1, 2019

America’s birthday is coming up in a few days. It’s always good to relax with friends and family and enjoy a day swimming and/or grilling. However, this can be a … Read More »

Posted in Dog Care, General Care, General Health Tagged dog identification, dog parasite control, dog pest prevention, dog safe on the fourth, dog safety tips, dog swimming, dogs and fireworks, Fourth of July dog safety, Fourth of July safety tips, July 4th dog safety, July Fourth dog safety, toxic food for dogs, toxic foods for dogs, vet clinic Roanoke VA, vet clinic Salem VA
Kitty Dental Issues

May 15, 2019

Did you know that our feline friends can suffer from a variety of painful dental problems? Keeping Fluffy’s mouth healthy is very important! However, many people inadvertently overlook this crucial … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, General Care, General Health Tagged brushing cat's teeth, cat dental care, cat dental care tips, cat dental health, cat oral care, cat teeth care, cat toothpaste, dental care for cats, dental care tips for cat, dental health for cats, feline dental care, feline dental health, how to brush cat's teeth, vets Roanoke VA, vets Salem VA
Easter Dangers For Pets

April 15, 2019

Easter is just around the corner: the spring holiday falls on April 21st this year. Just like any other seasonal celebration, however, Easter does present some specific dangers to our … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, Dog Care, General Health Tagged Easter pet dangers, Easter pet hazards, keeping pet safe on Easter, parasite control for pets, pet allergens, pet allergies, pet clinic Roanoke VA, pet clinic Salem VA, pet hazards, pet poisons, pet safety, pet safety for Easter, pet safety tips, pet toxins, toxic flowers for pets, toxic plants for pets
Caring for a Dog With Arthritis

April 1, 2019

Have you noticed your dog starting to slow down? Is Fido taking longer to stand up or lie down than he used to? If so, your pet may be developing … Read More »

Posted in Dog Care, General Health, Illness & Disease Tagged arthritis in dogs, canine arthritis, canine diet, dog arthritis, dog arthritis tips, dog bedding, dog care tips, dog diet, dog exercise, how to manage arthritis in dogs, managing arthritis in dogs, treating arthritis in dogs, treating arthritis in your dog, veterinary care, veterinary clinic Roanoke VA, veterinary clinic Salem VA
Your Cat’s Veterinary Care Needs

March 15, 2019

Kitties are more than furry little roommates that curl up on our laps and entertain us with their silly antics: they’re friends, companions, and unofficial family members. Fluffy isn’t hard … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, General Care, General Health Tagged adult cat care, animal hospital Roanoke VA, animal hospital Salem VA, basic cat care, cat care basics, cat care needs, cat emergency care, cat health, cat health tips, cat veterinary care, cat veterinary care needs, emergency cat care, kitten care, senior cat care, veterinary care for cats

Categories
- Behavior (8)
- Cat Care (39)
- Dog Care (36)
- General Care (49)
- General Health (30)
- Illness & Disease (3)
Recent Posts

Recent Posts

Common Dog Care Mistakes

Apr 01

Your dog is a faithful friend and companion, who provides you with unconditional friendship and support. Fido doesn’t ask for very much in return, either! We all know that dogs … Read More »
Important COVID-19 Update and Harris Animal Hospital

Mar 30

WE ARE STILL OPEN! Providing excellent care and service to all of our patients continues to be the highest priority at Harris Animal Hospital. Due to the rapidly evolving threat … Read More »
Respect Your Cat Day

Mar 15

There’s a very important kitty holiday coming up. In fact, as far as Fluffy is concerned, March 28th is one of the most important days of the year. It’s Respect … Read More »