by St. Louis Veterinary Center | Jun 1, 2022 | Blog
If you’re a pet owner, you know that when you bring a new animal into your home, it can take some time for them to feel comfortable. This is especially true if you’ve adopted a cat from a shelter. Cats often have to adjust to new environments and families,...
by St. Louis Veterinary Center | May 16, 2022 | Blog
Springtime is a great time of year, but for many pet owners it’s also a time of year when their pet’s skin starts to itch. Pets can develop allergies to all sorts of things in the springtime, including pollen, grass and even fleas. If your pet is...
by St. Louis Veterinary Center | May 4, 2022 | Blog
In honor of Pet Cancer Awareness Month, we would like to share some important facts about pet cancer with our readers. Pets can develop cancer just like people can, and it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms so that you can get your pet treatment if...
by St. Louis Veterinary Center | Apr 10, 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 honour of...
by St. Louis Veterinary Center | 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...
by St. Louis Veterinary Center | Mar 11, 2022 | Blog
Danger Alert! Common Pet Toxins Household toxins are a common source of pet poisoning, particularly in the kitchen or bathroom. However, potential hazards can lurk everywhere, including in your garage, garden, and cupboards. Brush up on your toxin knowledge for...