Veterinary Blog in East Moline, IL

What are lifestyle vaccines (and does my pet need them)? Lifestyle or “non-core” vaccines are given depending on your pet’s lifestyle. They are recommended for individuals at risk for exposure to specific infectious agents. Curious which lifestyle vaccines your pet may need? Good news! You are in the right place. What Are Infectious Agents? Infectious…

What happens at a dental exam? You may have heard before that pets need to go to the dentist just as often as humans do. Is this true? In short, yes! Proper preventative steps for your pet include comprehensive dental care and dental exams every 6-12 months. Want to learn more about what happens during…

What happens when my pet is in surgery? Surgery can be a necessary part of providing the best life for your pet. We know that having any member of your family in surgery can be scary, which is why we are here for you and wanting to provide additional information to hopefully make it a…

During a typical workday, Kayleigh spends most of her time with all things surgery and maintenance. She checks in surgical patients, gets them ready for their procedure, monitors their anesthesia, and keeps an eye on them post-op. When it is time, she gets the pleasure of sending them home to their families. Animals and the…

It’s 9:27pm and your pet starts throwing up out of nowhere. You go to our website and request an appointment for the next morning, but can’t help that nagging feeling in your gut–is something more serious going on? Your mind starts racing with questions and concerns for your furry family member: What is considered a…

If you have a new furry family member, or even if you have had your pet for a while and are unsure if to spay or neuter is the necessary or the best opinion – this post is for you. It will explain the importance and urgency of this standard procedure. Why Should I Spay…

Oral health issues in cats can cause them pain and discomfort, as well as causing permanent health consequences. Even if your cat doesn’t make it obvious that their mouth hurts, it doesn’t mean they are not experiencing pain. As dental problems progress over time, cats often learn and adapt to live with the pain. Because…

Currently, there is no drug approved for treating heartworms in cats. If you have a cat and want to know the specifics of heartworm disease and your feline family member, this blog is for you. Diagnosis More than one test is required to confirm heartworm disease because no one consistent test works every time. We…

What Animals Mean to Samantha Animals have always been an enormous source of comfort for Samantha. When she was a year old, she got a west highland white terrier (westie) dog named Dexter. Dexter had a full life of 18 years, so Samantha grew up with her furry friend. She has had mostly cats since…

Sometimes, animals are sick even if they don’t show any symptoms. And, because they can’t explain to us that something hurts or feels weird, we need another way to catch potential issues as early as possible. One way we do this is with a routine fecal exam. What is it, and why is it so…

Do you have hardwood, tile, or other slick floors and a dog? Many indoor hard surfaces are slick for your furry family members. You may have noticed them sliding when getting excited or running around. Even though it can be cute to see them gliding on the floor, these slips and falls could result in…

While furry family members are one of the best snuggle companions, they can also bring fleas and ticks into your bed. In fact, everything from the day that has been picked up by their paws or fur could get tracked into your bed. And, yes, this even means poop. (eew) Schedule an appointment today to…