Did you know that — just like humans — dogs and cats need dental care? Each February, Olive Branch Pet Hospital celebrates National Pet Dental Health Month by educating pet parents and spreading awareness about the importance of caring for your pet’s teeth.

Although the Gulf Coast doesn’t see the same kind of winter weather that places further north experience (blizzards, icy roads, and several feet of snow), there are still some precautions and modifications you can make to your pet’s care to keep them at their healthiest and happiest throughout the colder season.

If you choose to travel with your pet, consider the following advice to ensure you’re well-prepared and can enjoy a smooth trip with your four-legged friend in tow.

For many, New Year’s resolutions accompany the new calendar each year. If you have pets, then you might as well choose a resolution that benefits them, too!

With all the news and worry surrounding the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, many pet owners are left wondering whether their pets could be at risk during the pandemic.

Most people visit their physicians at least once yearly for routine checkups. These visits usually include an exam by the doctor and bloodwork that screens for hidden problems.

Feline immunodeficiency virus or FIV (similar to HIV or Human AIDS) is an infection that attacks the immune system of the cat.

More than half of the patients I see daily have some form of ear disease (Otitis Externa). Most of these cases are preventable with some regular ear maintenance.