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The team at Kennebunk Veterinary Hospital has a blog full of articles about how to improve your pet’s quality of life!
How To Help Your Pet Overcome Anxiety
How To Help Your Pet Overcome Anxiety As pet owners, our furry friends are an important part of our lives, and we want to provide them with the best care possible. Unfortunately, some pets suffer from anxiety, which can be challenging for both the pet and their owner....
Safeguarding Your Health: Vital Information on Pet-Transmitted Diseases
Safeguarding Your Health: Vital Information on Pet-Transmitted Diseases Zoonotic diseases, which can be transmitted from pets to humans, are more common than you might realize. Even if your pet appears healthy, they could carry a contagious condition. Stay informed...
Protect Your Pet from Heatstroke: 5 Essential Tips
Protect Your Pet from Heatstroke: 5 Essential Tips When summer reaches its peak, the weather can go beyond being uncomfortable for your beloved companion and become genuinely perilous. Safeguard your pet from the dangers of heatstroke by following these valuable...
Ensuring Pet Safety During Swimming
Ensuring Pet Safety During Swimming As the summer heat rises, both you and your furry companion may seek relief in a refreshing swim. However, not all pets are natural swimmers, so it's crucial to take precautions to keep them safe in the water. Here are five...
Tips for Gardening Safely with Pets
Tips for Gardening Safely with Pets It's gardening season again, and while it's a wonderful hobby, it's important to consider the safety of your pets. To ensure your furry friends stay out of harm's way, here are some crucial guidelines to follow: Conduct thorough...
Shedding Light on Laser Therapy for Pets
Shedding Light on Laser Therapy for Pets A relatively new treatment modality, cold laser therapy, is a boon for the many pets who can’t take medications safely. Laser therapy is a pain-free, surgery-free, drug-free, non-invasive treatment that can alleviate a variety...
Learn About Pet Acupuncture
Learn About Pet Acupuncture Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing technique used to treat many physical ailments in humans and animals. For pet owners, acupuncture provides a safe and effective alternative treatment option for many common health conditions. Learn...
Common Soft Tissue Operations for Pets
Common Soft Tissue Operations for Pets Pets often need surgeries, ranging from routine elective procedures like spaying or neutering to necessary operations that can save their lives. While general veterinary hospitals perform soft-tissue and some orthopedic...
Guidelines for Preventing Dog Bites
Guidelines for Preventing Dog Bites As a dog owner, it's crucial to understand how to prevent and manage dog bites. While you can't fully protect your pet from other animals, there are measures you can take to lower the risk of a bite occurring in stressful or...
A Guide to Dog Walking Safety
Watch Out On Walks: Hazards to Avoid When Walking Your Pet Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day with your four-legged friend on March 30, but don’t let hazards ruin a perfect day. Keep your eyes peeled for the following issues when walking your pet. #1:...