May 18, 2022
Some pets are nervous at the vet while others are confident and happy. Everyone wants their pet to be relaxed and happy, but how do we get there with a nervous pet? There are many steps we take at Pawtown Veterinary Care to try to make your pet’s visit more fun and less scary. We…
May 4, 2022
Spring is a very common time of year for allergies to flare up in our pets. Just like us, pets can have environmental allergies to different types of pollen and grasses. When these are floating in the air, our pets’ allergy symptoms can start up. If your pet has environmental allergies, they do not have…
March 21, 2022
As the weather warms up, our pets will spend more time outdoors and it’s also the time of year that parasites become more prevalent. Parasites include those found on the skin such as ticks, lice and fleas as well as those on the inside of the body such as giardia, tapeworms, roundworms, and heartworms. External…
February 14, 2022
Happy Valentine’s Day! This time of year it is common to receive chocolate you might not ordinarily have around, and this can quickly become an enticing snack for your pets. It is important to keep in mind just how toxic chocolate can be for dogs and cats. Chocolate is dangerous for our pets because it…
February 4, 2022
Whether adopting an older pet or picking out a new puppy or kitten, bringing home a new pet to the family is a big decision. There are some things to consider before bringing home a new dog or cat. Why are you bringing home a new pet?Make sure that those who will be the primary…